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May 2024
26m 53s

Identifying False Needs with ADHD

Asher Collins and Dusty Chipura
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In this episode, Ash and Cam discuss the concept of "false needs" in managing ADHD. They highlight examples from clients who feel compelled to constantly manage their ADHD or strive for daily improvement, often driven by internal pressures and emotional dysregulation. Ash shares his own experience with false needs, stressing the importance of identifying g ... Show More
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