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Sep 12
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The Biggest ADHD Myths & How To Get A Di...

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About this episode

Have you ever wondered if you might have ADHD but feel nervous about saying it out loud? Or maybe you’ve been diagnosed already, but all you hear are confusing myths?

In this episode of But Are You Happy, clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis is breaking down the many ways ADHD can show up, clearing up some of the biggest myths, and sharing what to do if you think you might need to go and get a diagnosis.

You'll also learn:

  • The three types of ADHD and how their symptoms differ
  • How ADHD is actually diagnosed 
  • The common myths about ADHD you might have seen on the internet
  • How to manage your ADHD day to day if you've been diagnosed

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Ashani Dante & Dr Anastasia Hronis

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

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