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ADHD and the athlete: superpower or disadvantage? With Dr Dusty Narducci. EP#555
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In this podcast James Walsh speaks with Dr Dusty Narducci about ADHD in athletes. Dusty is one of the lead authors on the recent AMSSM ADHD position statement and is an expert in the treatment of ADHD in athletes.
They discuss the different types of ADHD, how they can manifest in athletes, treatment and the implications of stimulant medication for cardiac health and competition.
References and further reading:
https://www.docdusty.com/post/adhd-add-a-superpower-in-athletes
https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/53/12/741
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