7 Common Myths About ADHD That Stigmatize People

Dr. Tracy Marks debunks seven common myths about ADHD, including misconceptions about its prevalence, medication, memory, accommodations, intelligence, laziness, and addiction. She explains that ADHD is a real disorder with significant impacts on focus, motivation, and organization. Medication can help but is not a crutch, and accommodations are necessary for leveling the playing field. ADHD does not equate to low intelligence or laziness, and medication does not inherently lead to addiction.

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?