This week: Jen talks about scientific studies on the links between ADHD and trauma. ADHD is not caused by childhood trauma but having ADHD in childhood can cause trauma which changes the chemistry of the brain. It's complex, nuanced and a great example of "correlation does not equal causation." For exclusive podcast content join the You Are A Lot podcast patreon at patreon.com/ALOTADHDPOD for just $5 a month. You can sign up for a 7 Day Free Trial today! Follow Jen on Instagram Follow Jen on Tik Tok Visit the "You Are A Lot" (an adhd podcast) webpage Send an email to the podcast at alotadhdpod at gmail dot com For More Info on Jen SOURCES USED FOR THIS EPISODE: Adult ADHD & Trauma. Is There A Link? - Psychology Today The Link Between ADHD & Trauma - Medical News Today Why Gabor Mate is Wrong About ADHD & Trauma (Video) - Dr. Russell Barkley Childhood Trauma & ADHD - ADDitude Magazine ADHD & Trauma: Symptoms & Treatments - ADDitude Magazine

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