Are we over-labeling kids, or are we just more aware? In this episode of The Dude Therapist, I sit down with Dr. Katie Davis, a clinical neuropsychologist, professor, and researcher, to unpack the complex realities of ADHD, neurodivergence, and the growing culture of overdiagnosis.
We dive deep into:
- 🧠The journey into neuropsychology—why Dr. Davis dedicated her career to helping kids and families navigate cognitive development.
- ❌ The risks of overdiagnosis—are we turning everyday struggles into disorders?
- đź“š The role of social media in spreading misinformation and why media literacy is essential for parents.
- 🔍 Diagnoses as tools, not life sentences—how to use labels to access services without letting them define a child’s identity.
- 🚧 The barriers faced by individuals with learning disorders and how society often dilutes the meaning of real disabilities.
- 📖 The challenges of writing about neurodivergence—Dr. Davis shares insights from her upcoming book on over-pathologizing everyday struggles.
Dr. Davis brings her signature no-nonsense, research-backed, yet profoundly compassionate approach, helping parents and professionals reframe how we talk about neurodivergence. This conversation is about finding balance—acknowledging struggles while fostering resilience.
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