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ADHD, Authenticity, and the Black Experience
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Shane Thrapp, Operations Director for the Men’s ADHD Support Group, is joined by Kristian Moton and Jonathan Greer to discuss their journeys and experiences living with ADHD as black men. They talk openly about the challenges of getting diagnosed and finding proper treatment, the stigma surrounding mental health in minority communities, learning coping strategies and advocacy, and the importance of spaces where people of color feel safe, understood, and empowered in managing their ADHD. Join us for this enlightening, honest, and insightful conversation about intersectionality and authentic self-expression.
0:00 - Introduction
7:57 - Jonathan shares his experience getting diagnosed and how it has helped him as a teacher
15:49 - Kristian discusses code-switching and shares his background as a queer black man
23:23 - The group talks about mental health stigma and getting support in the Black community
30:59 - They discuss managing relationships with ADHD authenticity
38:45 - Final thoughts on embracing oneself and advocating for minorities with ADHD
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