ADHD & Neurodivergence in Black and Brown Communities with Dr. LaShawn Williams

In this episode of Are We Well?, host Neelam Chand welcomes Dr. LaShawn Williams, a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience, to discuss the often overlooked impact of ADHD on black and brown communities. With a rich background in higher education and a focus on healthcare and wellness, Dr. Wills shares her expertise in guiding individuals, particularly women, through challenges like divorce and relationships. The conversation delves into acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a mindfulness-based approach that emphasizes accepting one's circumstances, identifying core values, and taking actionable steps toward a meaningful life. Join us as we explore the nuances of ADHD and the importance of understanding mental health within marginalized communities.

"I had always wondered if I had ADHD, but I'd grown up for those 40 plus years just thinking something was wrong with me."

Notes:

[00:01:27] Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

[00:06:00] ADHD's impact on communities.

[00:11:31] ADHD as an identity.

[00:15:45] Information processing in ADHD.

[00:20:58] Academic struggles and support.

[00:24:32] ADHD diagnosis and self-discovery.

[00:29:38] Compassion for ADHD experiences.

[00:31:30] Strong Black Woman Stereotype.

[00:37:53] Time blindness and coping strategies.

[00:41:18] ADHD and anxiety connection.

[00:45:04] ADHD medication insights.

[00:55:27] Understanding ADHD in children.

[00:57:56] ADHD awareness and support.

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