How we deal with “Is ADHD real?”

It’s a dreaded (and hurtful) question that families get asked too often: “Is ADHD even real?” Hosts Amanda Morin and Lexi Walters Wright hear from parents of kids with ADHD who’ve muddled through explaining their child’s attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity issues to family and friends. And they hear from expert Stephanie Sarkis, PhD, about the brain science behind ADHD. 

To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. 

Related resources

• “Is ADHD real?” How I respond when people doubt ADHD
• Common myths about ADHD
• Stephanie Sarkis, PhD: My wild family history of ADHD

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