Shrinking It Down: Mental Health Made Simple

In today's episode of Shrinking It Down, we revisit some of the most helpful conversations we've had with clinical experts about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in kids and teens. First, we talk through what ADHD really is with Dr. Ellen Braaten (01:10), including the three types of ADHD and how the behavioral signs can be different in different children. Then, we take a closer look at the use of medication for ADHD with Dr. Timothy Wilens (15:55), including when medication can be most useful as a treatment for your child, and when it probably isn't needed. Finally, we learn more about Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) from Dr. Susan Sprich (19:25), and how it can be a helpful part of a child's, or an adult's, ADHD treatment plan.Please tune in! We hope that our conversation helps you to have yours.Media ListEllen Braaten, PhD, Executive Director, MGH Learning & Emotional Assessment ProgramTimothy Wilens, MD, Chief, MGH Division of Child & Adolescent PsychiatrySusan Sprich, PhD, Directo