EPISODE · Feb 27, 2024 · 1H 17M
ADHD, Authenticity, and the Black Experience
from Men's ADHD Support Group · host Shane Thrapp, Kristian Moton, and Jonathan Greer
Send us Fan MailShane Thrapp, Operations Director for the Men’s ADHD Support Group, is joined by Kristian Moton and Jonathan Greer to discuss their journeys and experiences living with ADHD as black men. They talk openly about the challenges of getting diagnosed and finding proper treatment, the stigma surrounding mental health in minority communities, learning coping strategies and advocacy, and the importance of spaces where people of color feel safe, understood, and empowered in managing their ADHD. Join us for this enlightening, honest, and insightful conversation about intersectionality and authentic self-expression.0:00 - Introduction7:57 - Jonathan shares his experience getting diagnosed and how it has helped him as a teacher15:49 - Kristian discusses code-switching and shares his background as a queer black man23:23 - The group talks about mental health stigma and getting support in the Black community30:59 - They discuss managing relationships with ADHD authenticity38:45 - Final thoughts on embracing oneself and advocating for minorities with ADHD Check out our website for great blogs, information, and upcoming events! Men's ADHD Support Group WebsiteIf you identify as male and have ADHD Join our Facebook Group!And follow us on all of our other social media! Our Facebook PageOur InstagramOur Youtube:Our TwitterOur TikTok Our LinkedIn
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Send us Fan Mail Shane Thrapp, Operations Director for the Men’s ADHD Support Group, is joined by Kristian Moton and Jonathan Greer to discuss their journeys and experiences living with ADHD as black men. They talk openly about the challenges of getting diagnosed and finding proper treatment, the stigma surrounding mental health in minority communities, learning coping strategies and advocacy, and the importance of spaces where people of color feel safe, understood, and empowered in managing ...
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