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ADHD, TikTok, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria — meet Matilda's brain
ADHD, TikTok, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria — meet Matilda's brain
ADHD, TikTok, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria — meet Matilda's brain
Saturday 28th October 2023
Join Matilda Boseley on 'All In The Mind' as she shares her journey of discovering ADHD through TikTok, exploring the impact of social media on mental health.
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Episode Overview
- Matilda Boseley shares her transformative journey of discovering her ADHD through TikTok videos
- Dr. David Coghill provides valuable insights into the prevalence of ADHD in the community and the need for accurate assessments
- The episode explores the challenges and impact of self-diagnosis, and the complexities of ADHD presentations in girls versus boys
The main thing that's changed genuinely is my ability to be less hard on myself. There isn't becoming neurotypical as the end goal. Like, there's good weeks and there's bad weeks, and there's a lot of tactics and life hacks I can do to make my life easier.
Imagine scrolling through TikTok and finding the missing piece of your life's puzzle. That's exactly what happened to journalist Matilda Boseley. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', Matilda shares her eye-opening experience of uncovering her ADHD through TikTok videos. While social media often gets a bad rap for spreading misinformation, Matilda found it to be a lifeline that nudged her towards seeking a formal diagnosis.
This episode doesn't just stop at Matilda's story; it dives deep into the surge of adult ADHD diagnoses, especially among women, and the unique challenges they face. Dr. David Coghill, an expert in the field, joins the conversation to provide his take on why accurate assessments are crucial and how ADHD manifests differently in girls compared to boys.
Whether you're curious about ADHD, have a diagnosis yourself, or know someone who does, this episode offers a balanced view of the complexities surrounding ADHD awareness and diagnosis.