Hypercast: An ADHD Podcast

The Hidden Dangers of ADHD Misinformation (What You Need to Know!)

• Melissa Llewellyn Snider & Brianna Morton • Episode 35

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🚨 ADHD misinformation is everywhere—are you falling for it? In this episode of Hypercast, we expose the false ADHD advice spreading online, from misleading TikTok videos to myths that hold ADHDers back. According to studies, 52% of ADHD content on social media is inaccurate, and we’re here to help you separate facts from fiction.

❌ Bad ADHD advice can be harmful—it delays diagnoses, spreads stigma, and leads people down the wrong path. From so-called "experts" making bold claims to viral myths that distort the truth, misinformation is everywhere. But how do you spot it? And more importantly, how do you find ADHD information you can actually trust?

👉 Don’t get misled—watch now to learn how to protect yourself from ADHD misinformation!

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The 3 types of ADHD misinformation (and why they’re so dangerous)
âś… How false ADHD claims spread like wildfire on social media
âś… The real impact of misinformation on ADHD diagnoses & treatment
âś… Why self-diagnosis based on bad info can lead to problems
âś… How to fact-check ADHD advice and find real, science-backed resources

📢 Featured In This Episode:
🔸 Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD Coach & Executive Producer of Hypercast
🖥️ Learn more at https://likemindcoaching.com

🔸 Brianna Morton – ADHD Coach & Therapist Intern
🖥️ Find her at https://understandingadhd.ca

đź“š More ADHD Resources:
🎥 Watch Next: https://youtu.be/GsnzW5W2Elw
đź“Ś Trusted ADHD Sources: [Links to credible ADHD resources]
đź’¬ Have you seen ADHD misinformation online? Drop a comment below!


đź”” Subscribe for more ADHD insights & support! #ADHDMyths #ADHDTips #NeurodivergentLife

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Canadian House Hippo
00:29 Welcome to Hypercast
00:54 Understanding ADHD Misinformation
01:50 The Harms of Misinformation
03:58 Misinformation on Social Media
07:13 The Importance of Professional Diagnosis
09:41 Identifying Good Content
18:42 The Role of Social Media in ADHD Awareness
20:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

Brianna's Contact:
Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
www.understandingADHD.ca

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