ADHD Misinformation: Why Relatable Doesn’t Always Mean Accurate

An ADHD video makes you think, “That’s me.” How do you know whether its explanation is accurate?
My journey toward a formal ADHD and autism diagnosis began with people sharing their lived experiences on social media. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Monica Johnson, known as Dr. J, joins me to discuss how to evaluate online ADHD information while recognizing the value of those shared experiences.
We explore the “relatability trap,” common experiences presented as ADHD-specific symptoms, and why confidence and credentials don’t settle whether a claim is correct. We also discuss parasocial relationships, how creators respond to corrections, and oversold treatments, supplements, and ADHD hacks.
If online content has you considering an ADHD assessment, Dr. J offers a practical starting point: consider the care you can access and look for relevant clinical experience.
Dr. J hosts ADHD And… on The ADHD Channel for Women from Understood.org.
Explore The ADHD Channel for Women:
understood.org/en/podcasts/adhd-channel
For workplace coaching and neuroinclusive workplace or management programs:
audhdboss.com
I’m Brett, the AuDHD Boss. On this channel, we talk about ADHD, AuDHD, and autism in the workplace.