In this episode of Talk ADHD, Matt Gupwell and Sara Jay delve into the complexities of ADHD, focusing on the stigma and biases that surround the diagnosis and treatment of the condition. They explore various types of biases, particularly confirmation bias, and how these can affect both clinicians and patients. The conversation highlights the importance of accurate assessment and the challenges of misdiagnosis, as well as the need for open communication between patients and healthcare providers. Sara shares her personal experiences as both a clinician and a caregiver, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to ADHD treatment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context

02:20 Who is Sara Jay?

03:14 Understanding Stigma Around ADHD

05:33 The Role of Bias in ADHD Diagnosis

07:36 Confirmation Bias Explained

10:02 The Importance of Comprehensive Assessment

12:17 Navigating Misdiagnosis and Confirmation Bias

14:40 The Impact of Personal Experience on Diagnosis

17:02 Challenges in Clinical Settings

17:46 Intermission

19:43 Engaging in Open Conversations with Clinicians

21:03 The Role of Evidence in Assessments

23:35 Affinity Bias and Its Implications

26:04 The Complexity of ADHD Diagnosis

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In this no-holds-barred episode, Matt and Andrew dive deep into the ever-messy world of ADHD social media discourse—where misinformation spreads fast, nuance disappears, and personal opinion often drowns out evidence.

They tackle some of the most hotly debated topics online:

• Should you take ADHD medication?
• Is AuDHD (autism + ADHD) really as common as social media suggests?
• Have women with ADHD really been “completely ignored” by research?
• Why does content that feels right get shared more than what is right?
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Matt shares why cold-water swimming works for him, Andrew explains the science behind medication and blood pressure, and both highlight the dangers of mistaking a viral reel for validated truth.

This episode is a call to critical thinking, clinical literacy, and self-reflection. It’s not about taking sides—it’s about asking better questions. If you've ever been unsure who to believe online, or if you’ve felt lost in the sea of ADHD content, this one’s for you.

Don’t just ask “Does this resonate with me?”—ask “Where did this come from, and does it stand up to scrutiny?”

Social media may serve as a mirror, but it shouldn’t replace a microscope.

00:00 Welcome

00:54 The way social media presents information about ADHD.

02:26 Stimulant Medication - Good or bad?

09:23 Do Meds "make you autistic?"

14:31 Is AuDHD a Neurotype or separate condition?

16:39 We still aren't sponsored!

17:30 The Role of Social Media in Perception

22:36 A brief look at Women and ADHD

26:08 When affintity is confused with our personal experience

28:48 The Complexity of Individual Experiences

30:41 Look for information that helps you make sense of you

33:44 What has a Church bell got to do with Social media?

37:30 Navigating Misinformation and Seeking Truth

https://www.divergenceuk.org

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/divergenceadhd/id6743006969

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.md643cc45cd8141f0992f4d1cbdf919f2.divergence&pli=1

https://www.thinkneurodiversity.co.uk

https://calendly.com/thinkneurodiversity/oh-thats-why-late-diagnosed-course-12-september-start

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This episode uses Matt's 5th appearance on ADHD Chatter as a way to discuss how ADHD is spoken about online.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to ADHD Conversations

01:11 About this episode

05:56 Insights from ADHD Chatter Podcast

09:47 The Importance of Authenticity in ADHD Discussions

16:13 Mistakes and Learning in ADHD Conversations

20:13 Sponsors for this episode

20:59 Fact-Checking and the Role of Expertise

25:35 Navigating Influence and Credibility in ADHD Content

30:38 The Validity of Personal Experience

35:00 Navigating ADHD and Autism Conversations

37:55 Thanks for watching

Links:

Divergence Clinic:

https://www.divergenceuk.org

Join the divergenceADHD community:

https://www.divergenceuk.org/app-and-links

ThinkNeurodiversity:

https://www.thinkneurodiversity.co.uk

Oh That's Why - Late Diagnosed course:

https://www.thinkneurodiversity.co.uk/late-diagnosed-8-week-course

ADHD Chatter Episode:

https://youtu.be/i7eyXVcfr7I?si=fIpmPww9-YgvfsqL

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