There is so much misinformation out there about ADHD, especially since the explosion of social media. Some of it is rather benign, some of it comes out of stigma (still!), some is attention seeking, and some is plain old naivety, ignorance, and reactionary/denial. I’ll be sharing some of the worst offending myths and misunderstandings — the ones that get under my skin — followed by the facts.
Terry Matlen, LMSW, ACSW, an internationally recognized expert on ADHD in women, is a psychotherapist, author, consultant, and coach.
She is the author of the award-winning book, “The Queen of Distraction” and “Survival Tips for Women with AD/HD”, and runs www.ADDconsults.com , an international online resource serving women with ADHD, and www.QueensOfDistraction , an online coaching program for women with ADHD.
With over 25 years of experience helping women with ADHD, Terry is a sought- after presenter at conferences, webinars, and interviews. She has written hundreds of articles for various publications, including ADDitude Magazine, Attention Magazine, Healthline.com, and more.
She served for many years on the board of directors of ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Assoc.) and is immediate past coordinator of the E. Oakland County CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) Chapter in Michigan.
Terry has been interviewed by NPR, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Time Magazine, Glamour Magazine, and more.
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