Men, Fatherhood, and ADHD

In this episode of All Things ADHD, Anil Chacko, PhD, associate professor of psychology at NYU Steinhardt, discusses the ways ADHD affects fatherhood and family life. He explores the prevalence of ADHD in adult men, the strong genetic link between parent and child ADHD, and how ADHD symptoms can affect parenting, relationships, work, and overall wellbeing. He also examines common co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, and substance use, and explains how untreated ADHD can contribute to longterm health risks. The conversation highlights evidence-based approaches for assessment and treatment, practical strategies for managing ADHD as a parent, and how important it is for fathers to take care of their own mental health in order to better support their children and families. Anil Chacko, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, associate professor of counseling psychology, and chair of the department of applied psychology at NYU’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. His research focuses on the development of engaging, effective, and sustainable prevention, intervention, and service delivery models for youth at risk for or affected by disruptive behavior disorders. Much of his work centers on improving the efficacy of evidence-based psychosocial interventions, largely influenced by his ongoing clinical work with families and active collaboration with service providers in the community. Dr. Marks is a clinical associate professor of child and adolescent psychiatry and the director of educational outreach for the Neuropsychology and Learning Service at the NYU Child Study Center–Long Island Campus. His research activities have focused on the roles of neurocognitive and familial factors in the expression and course of ADHD as well as the development of therapeutic interventions for individuals with the disorder. Dr. Marks has authored or co-authored approximately fifty articles and book chapters and has served as a reviewer for scientific journals in the areas of child psychopathology and pediatric neuropsychology. A highly respected clinician, Dr. Marks also conducts and supervises comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations, consults with teachers and school-based support teams, and assists with the identification and implementation of educational and therapeutic interventions.