Refocused PODCAST

A weekly podcast diving into the world of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and the people who live with it. Hosted by @lindsayguentzel and @ADHD_ONLINE.

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The CDC is working to make ADHD a priority. Right now, Tourette's and Autism - as conditions - receive more funding than ADHD.

The push for more funding for ADHD needs to come from policymakers. #ADHD2023

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One of the courses -- Identifying and Caring for Children and Adolescents with ADHD - Enduring -- is free and open to anyone.

Including link below. #adhd2023

https://t.co/jn37FfTwHG

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One project the CDC is working on right now is called Children's Mental Health Champions and it's taking place in 11 states right now.

Some the goals? Increasing early intervention, adding in parent training for minority populations. #ADHD2023

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The CDC is also partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to provide more training for healthcare providers who are working with children. This focuses on understanding the complexity and nuances of ADHD.

#ADHD2023

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Healthcare claims for stimulant medications increased before and during the pandemic for both adolescent girls and for adults.

[we now have a better understanding of the complexity of ADHD and the different symptoms -- how does this affect these statistics?]

#ADHD2023

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At the International Conference on ADHD in Baltimore, attending a session with the @CDCgov called Updates on ADHD Activities from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Felt like a great session to tweet about. #adhd2023

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One thing the CDC is focusing on right now -- why some states have higher rates of ADHD in children than others.

For example, Louisiana sits at around 14% while Nevada is only at 6%.

#adhd2023

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When parents are asked about ADHD symptoms in their children, there is data that shows hyperactive symptoms lessen as children age.

On the flip side, inattentive symptoms tend to stay the same as children age.

#ADHD2023

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According to the CDC, about 1 in 3 children with ADHD are diagnosed before they are 6 years-old.

More than HALF are diagnosed by a primary care physician.

#ADHD2023

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I was recently a guest on the @RefocusedPod ! Join me and the amazing @LindsayGuentzel as we talk all things ADHD and removing the stigma surrounding mental health. NOW STREAMING!

https://t.co/ng8Ku0Bo1h

#thevibewithky #adhd #ADHDAwarenessMonth #adhdawareness

[Ying | ADHD Asian Girl @adhdasiangirl]

Had so much fun hanging out at the Refocused podcast! Refocused is such a great podcast resources for ADHD folks in general and now Lindsay is helping ADHD folks share their stories in October #ADHD

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October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth and Refocused, Together is underway! Yesterday, we met Ying Deng -- the creator behind @adhdasiangirl!🧡

Listen to "Ying Deng and the Myth of Being An Adult" now! 🎧 https://t.co/X9Cotlu2UW
#ADHD #Neurodiversity

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If you're #neuroqueer... or an ally... these are great episodes to check out to learn more about people who have #ADHD and also belong to the LGBTQ+ community.

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I eat my lunch at my desk every day and sit in the basement. 🫤

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Want to improve your sleep? Stop eating lunch at your desk.

Sleep psychologist Dr. Stephen Lange breaks down the science behind this -- plus you can check out the two most recent episodes of #RefocusedPOD for more on sleep!

listen here: https://t.co/Z75jpvndvq #adhd #sleep

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@Oreoddd111576 @ADHD_ONLINE Hey, I totally get your frustration. Dealing with another medical mystery right now and the lack of urgency is driving me mad.

A self-diagnosis is great -- it gives you a place to start. And I'm happy to point you in the direction of a community that does care.

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And prenatal exposure to pollution in our air. With more long-term ramifications.

#ADHD #Neurodivergent #WorldHealthDay #HealthForAll #WHO75

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Today is World Health Day! 🌎

Did you know there are environmental concerns happening right now around the world that directly affect the neurodiverse community?

Let's dive in, shall we? 🧵

[[studies and sources via @who #ADHD #WorldHealthDay #HealthForAll #WHO75]]

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@WHO Things like... exposure to lead from e-waste.

#ADHD #Neurodivergent #WorldHealthDay #HealthForAll #WHO75