‘Grossly irresponsible’ Channel 4 doc receives more than 9,000 Ofcom complaints 

Channel 4’s new documentary The Great ADHD Myth? has received thousands of Ofcom complaints, after stoking viewers’ ire with its audacious premise. The documentary sought to investigate whether ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a genuine neurodevelopmental disorder or a ‘social construct’. The programme aired on August 18 and generated 9,656 complaints from that date…

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Is It ADHD, Anxiety, Perimenopause—or All Three?

She runs her department at work. She manages the household finances, the kids’ school schedules, and the calendar everyone else in the family depends on. She’s the person people count on—until one day she can’t find the word she needs mid-meeting, or walks into a room and forgets why. Sarah Oreck, MD, hears a version…

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Understanding Why We Procrastinate

Key points: Procrastination is not laziness or a lack of willpower—it involves a complex set of executive function skills. To overcome procrastination, it is important to understand how this behavior relates to key tasks. Employing key ADHD motivational and calming strategies may help.

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