52. Busting ADHD Myths: A Deep Dive with Cat Evans
Welcome back to the Nourishing Neurodivergence Podcast! After our fall break, we’re excited to bring you a powerful episode featuring Cat Evans, founder of Cat Evans ADHD Coaching, former high school teacher and college professor, and a passionate advocate for neurodivergent teens and young adults.
In this episode:
- Cat shares her journey from educator to ADHD coach, including her own late diagnosis and how it shaped her approach to teaching and coaching.
- We dive deep into common myths about ADHD, especially as they relate to women and girls, and discuss why these misconceptions persist.
- Cat and Sam explore the realities of executive function, emotional regulation, and the unique challenges (and strengths!) of living with ADHD.
Key Myths Debunked:
- “You can’t have ADHD if you get good grades.”
- “People with ADHD just can’t focus.”
- “ADHD is over diagnosed, everyone has it now.”
- “ADHD medication will harm your brain or make you reliant.”
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Kat Evans:
- Website: catevanscoaching.com
- Instagram: @cat.evans.adhd.coaching
- Facebook: Cat Evans ADHD Coaching
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