Episode 3: Exploring ADHD Diagnosis Trends | ADHD Connect with Dr. Tish Taylor

In this thought-provoking episode of the ADHD Connect podcast, Dr. Tish Taylor takes a deep dive into Paul Tough’s April 2025 New York Times Magazine article, “Have We Been Thinking About ADHD All Wrong?” With decades of clinical and school psychology experience, Dr. Taylor offers her grounded perspective on the rise in ADHD diagnoses, medication use, and the ongoing debate around neurological vs. environmental causes. She breaks down the current diagnostic criteria, the complexity of executive function development, and the importance of considering co-occurring conditions. Dr. Taylor also explores the nuanced challenge of diagnosing ADHD when symptoms are mild or inconsistent, emphasizing the importance of pattern recognition, thorough evaluations, and contextual understanding. This episode is an honest, hopeful conversation that encourages us to ask important questions while staying rooted in science, experience, and compassion. 🔍 Topics include: Is ADHD a neurological condition, environmental, or both? Why the diagnostic process is more than a checklist The role of screens and modern life in attention struggles Why ADHD exists on a continuum How to tell if interventions are working The importance of monitoring symptoms over time 🎧 Plus, learn how to use Dr. Taylor’s TRAIT Tool to track patterns and support informed decision-making. 📩 For free tools and more resources, visit: https://TishTaylor.com Subscribe to stay connected, empowered, and supported as you navigate ADHD with insight and intention. #ADHDConnect #DrTishTaylor #ADHDDiagnosis #PaulTough #Neurodevelopment #ExecutiveFunction #ChildPsychology #ADHDPodcast