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EPISODE · Apr 10, 2024 · 39 MIN

Social media and toxic myths about ADHD

from Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education · host Understood.org

ADHD has gotten a lot of attention on social media lately. From videos about personal experiences to experts sharing tips, some posts hold truth, but many are misleading.    In this episode of The Opportunity Gap, we take a closer look at the influence social media has on toxic myths about ADHD. Listen as Dr. Kristin Carothers, a clinical psychologist, explains:The dangers of myths and misinformationHow myths lead to increasing stigma and shameWays parents can do their part in debunking these mythsRelated resources:8 common myths about ADHD10 special education myths you may hearVisit the episode page for a transcript and links to helpful resources.  We’d love to hear from you. Write to us at [email protected].   Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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ADHD has gotten a lot of attention on social media lately. From videos about personal experiences to experts sharing tips, some posts hold truth, but many are misleading. In this episode of “The Opportunity Gap,” we take a closer look at the influence social media has on toxic myths about ADHD. Listen as Dr. Kristin Carothers, a clinical psychologist, explains: -The dangers of myths and misinformation -How myths lead to increasing stigma and shame -Ways parents can do their part in debunking these myths Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about “The Opportunity Gap” and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2024 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved.

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