Ep 236 ADHD and Trauma: What You Need to Know

Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Understanding the Link Between ADHD and Trauma with Dr. Iris Manor Join us as we explore the intricate connections between ADHD, PTSD, and trauma with Dr. Iris Manor, a renowned child and adolescent psychiatrist and director of the lifespan ADHD clinic at Gaha Mental Health Clinic. In this in-depth discussion, Dr. Manor sheds light on why individuals with ADHD are more prone to developing traumatic stress disorders and PTSD, backed by research and case studies. We delve into the biological, behavioral, and environmental factors contributing to these conditions, as well as the essential treatment and management strategies. Dr. Manor also emphasizes the importance of treating ADHD to mitigate the impact of trauma and provides valuable insights into the role of family dynamics in recovery. Whether you're a clinician, a parent, or someone living with ADHD and trauma, this episode offers vital information and practical advice. Watch on YouTube Here 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Special Guest 01:19 Understanding the Link Between ADHD and Trauma 03:20 Behavioral and Biological Explanations 05:22 Genetic and Environmental Factors 07:53 Impact of Trauma on ADHD 14:16 COVID-19 as a Trauma and Its Effects 19:23 Treatment and Resilience Strategies 26:05 Positive Magic Circle for PTSD and ADHD 26:31 Screening Parents for ADHD and PTSD 26:49 Diagnosing and Treating Families 29:22 Challenges in Treating ADHD and PTSD 31:36 Emotional Dysregulation and ADHD 33:48 Medications for Emotional Dysregulation 36:23 Autism, ADHD, and Trauma 39:07 The Impact of Trauma on ADHD 44:48 ADHD Awareness and Treatment 50:45 Final Thoughts and Advice for Clinicians Click here for the YouTube Channel Click here for the YouTube channel International Conference on ADHD in November 2025 where Dr. Lenz will be one of the speakers. Joy Lenz Fibromyalgia 101. A list of fibromyalgia podcast episodes that are great if you are new and don't know where to start. Support the show When I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD. Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn’t replace per...