Podcast: Barriers to ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment


ADHD365 Podcast
Health Disparities:
Barriers to ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
Featuring Brandi Walker, PhD, (MAJ, Army)
Not every community in the United States has the resources available to help individuals and families cope with the challenges that come from ADHD. What are the consequences of late diagnosis and treatment for ADHD in underserved and disenfranchised communities? Major Dr. Brandi Walker shares her insights into what healthcare providers, parents, and educators can do to decrease health disparities.
In this information podcast, you’ll learn about:
- Potential barriers to diagnosis and treatment for different communities
- How barriers affect African-American, Latino-American, and immigrant communities
- How access to care impacts academic achievement, relationships, and quality of life
- Common gaps for school-aged children with ADHD and how those gaps follow them into adulthood
- How parents, teachers, and medical personnel can work together