461 | Why Treat ADHD? with Ryan Sultan, MD

ADHD reWired

Eric Tivers, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP

Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Education

4.8 • 937 Ratings

🗓️ 27 December 2022

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Summary

This week, Eric is joined by Dr. Ryan Sultan, a mental health physician, therapist and researcher at Columbia University. ADHD is a major area of Dr. Sultan's expertise both in his medical practice and in research. In this episode, you'll hear Eric and Dr. Ryan discuss why it's important to treat ADHD, the nuances of research, his reasons for getting into the ADHD space, and whether or not ADHD is underdiagnosed or overdiagnosed. Find out more about Dr. Ryan Sultan at https://www.integrativepsych.nyc/experts/dr-ryan-sultan & Find more available psychiatrists and other professionals for adult ADHD in the New York and New York City area at https://www.integrativepsych.nyc/resources/adult-adhd-psychiatrists-in-nyc Other Questions/Topics Answered in this Episode: [00:01:17] What drove Dr. Ryan to become interested in the ADHD space? [00:03:14] How does Dr. Ryan respond to other medical professionals who say ADHD is overdiagnosed or doesn't believe ADHD is real? [00:05:00] Eric and Dr. Ryan talk about the missing statistics of girls and women being diagnosed with ADHD. [00:06:10] What happens when we don't treat ADHD? [00:07:40] What does it mean to treat ADHD, and what treatment is most effective? [00:11:31] A discussion on Eric and Dr. Ryan's experience with ADHD medication. [00:13:55] What does research say about addiction and ADHD medication? [00:22:12] Dr. Ryan talks about coming out about his ADHD, his journey with his diagnosis, self-esteem, academics, and healing. [00:25:29] How did Dr. Ryan get through med school? [00:27:30] A conversation about the nuances of research, headlines, and TikTok. [00:36:05] What is Dr. Ryan studying now? [00:37:55] Have there been any changes in the diagnostic picture with regards to who is seeking an ADHD evaluation and treatment? [00:40:15] Eric and Dr. Ryan share their observations about ADHD and autism. [00:43:25] Eric has an ADHD moment, then Dr. Ryan asks about tele-health. [00:46:37] Dr. Ryan shares some final thoughts. Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: adhdessentials.com with Brendan Mahan hackingyouradhd.com with Will Curb adhddiversified.ca with MJ Siemens

Transcript

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0:00.0	AID rewired episode 461.
0:06.3	This is the podcast for those of us
0:08.4	with really good intentions and a slightly wandering attention.
0:11.9	I'm Eric Tivers.
0:12.9	I'm a licensed clinical social worker
0:14.5	by training and a coach by design.
0:16.8	I'm your host and I have ADHD.
0:19.1	ADHD rewired is a more than just podcast.
0:22.0	We are a community. We are wired for connection and you are not alone.
0:26.5	Go to ADHD rewire.com to learn how you can join us in our free and secret Facebook group.
0:32.1	Get additional resources for every episode,
0:34.6	including links to any resources we mentioned on today's show.
0:37.7	You can support us on Patreon, sign up for email newsletter,
0:41.0	you can request podcast postcards to distribute to your clients and support groups.
0:45.2	Learn all about our award-winning coaching accountability groups, you can co-work with us in our
0:50.4	Delta Study Hall virtual membership community.
0:53.2	You can do all of these things
0:54.7	are going to our websites at ADHD rewire.com.
0:58.8	We know that starting is the hardest part,
1:01.2	so let's get started.
1:06.0	Welcome back to another episode of
1:08.0	80-H-D rewired.
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