Episode #174 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Roberto Olivardia on ADHD and SUDEpisode #174 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Roberto Olivardia on ADHD and SUD
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Dr. Roberto Olivardia is a Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer at Harvard Medical School. He maintains a private practice in Lexington, MA where he specializes in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Eating Disorders and issues that face students with learning disabilities. He is on the Professional and Scientific Advisory Boards for Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD), The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) and ADDitude Magazine and website. He is also a Featured Expert for Understood.org. He has spoken at numerous conferences, webinars, and podcasts. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4414493/ Zulauf CA, Sprich SE, Safren SA, Wilens TE. The complicated relationship between attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and substance use disorders. Curr Psychiatry Rep. 2014 Mar;16(3):436. doi: 10.1007/s11920-013-0436-6. PMID: 24526271; PMCID: PMC4414493.
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ADHD & Substance Use Disorders: Insights from Dr. Roberto Olivardia
Episode Overview
- Up to 50% of people with a substance use disorder also have a mental health disorder.
- Children with ADHD have a higher risk of developing substance use disorders.
- Proper diagnosis and treatment can reduce the risk of relapse for those with ADHD.
- Stigma affects children and adults with ADHD differently.
- ADHD can be managed effectively and even turned into an asset.
“If you have ADHD, you can move up and be a Harvard professor.”
Dr. Roneet Lev hosts another enlightening episode of High Truths on Drugs and Addiction, featuring Dr. Roberto Olivardia, a clinical psychologist and lecturer at Harvard Medical School. This episode dives into the intricate link between ADHD and substance use disorders (SUD). Dr. Olivardia, who specialises in treating ADHD, body dysmorphic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and eating disorders, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences in treating individuals with these co-occurring conditions.
He reveals how up to 50% of people with a substance use disorder also have a mental health disorder, highlighting the significant overlap between ADHD and SUD. You'll learn about the challenges faced by children and adolescents with ADHD, including their heightened risk of developing substance use disorders. Dr. Olivardia also touches on the stigma surrounding ADHD and how it affects both children and adults differently.
He emphasises the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment, which can drastically reduce the risk of relapse for those with ADHD and SUD. With personal anecdotes and professional insights, this episode offers a compassionate look at managing ADHD and SUD effectively. Whether you're personally affected or know someone who is, this episode provides valuable information and hope for a better future.
Tune in to understand how ADHD can be managed and even turned into an asset with the right support and treatment.
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