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ADHD Evidence Project with Dr. Stephen Faraone
ADHD Evidence Project with Dr. Stephen Faraone
ADHD Evidence Project with Dr. Stephen Faraone
Tuesday 12th August 2025
Discover the ADHD Evidence Project with Dr. Stephen Faraone, tackling misinformation and promoting scientific research on ADHD.
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Episode Overview
- Misinformation about ADHD is prevalent in media.
- ADHD Evidence Project aims to provide accurate information.
- Social media platforms influence ADHD perception.
- Scientific research requires self-correction over time.
- Genetic factors contribute to ADHD in children.
"Curiosity is what science is about. Science is self-correcting." - Dr. Stephen Faraone
In today's episode of ADHD Focus, Dr. David Pomeroy hosts a distinguished guest, Dr. Stephen Faraone, to discuss the pervasive issue of misinformation surrounding ADHD. In both public and professional media, inaccurate and negatively biased information about ADHD is rampant, often leaving individuals confused about the truth. Dr. Faraone, a leading researcher in the field, introduces the ADHD Evidence Project, a valuable initiative aimed at curating and disseminating scientifically researched and evidence-based conclusions about ADHD.
The project's goal is to improve the lives of individuals with ADHD by providing them, their families, and clinicians with reliable information. Dr. Faraone shares insights into the ADHD Evidence Project's foundation, highlighting the creation of an international consensus statement on ADHD. This evidence-based document presents the most well-documented findings from world experts in the scientific literature. The project, accessible at ADHDevidence.org, serves as a hub for open-access papers, blogs, and resources that educate the public about ADHD.
Social media platforms like TikTok, Reddit, and Facebook contribute significantly to the spread of misinformation, with studies showing that only 40% of information shared on TikTok is accurate. This poses a challenge in discerning reliable information from misinformation. Dr. Pomeroy emphasizes the importance of curiosity and scientific self-correction in the research process, acknowledging that while initial scientific interpretations may be flawed, science is inherently self-correcting. Additionally, the conversation touches on genetic influences in ADHD. Dr.
Faraone explains how genetic factors may be mistaken for environmental influences, such as maternal smoking during pregnancy, highlighting the complexity of interpreting scientific findings. As the episode concludes, Dr. Pomeroy encourages listeners to visit ADHDevidence.org for accurate and reliable ADHD information. He expresses gratitude to Dr. Faraone for leading the effort in providing valuable resources to clinicians and the public alike.