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Psychology of Aging with Dr. Regina KoeppAuthor: Dr. Regina Koepp
Join clinical psychologist, Dr. Regina Koepp, and expert guests as they share expert insights surrounding mental health and aging, sexual health in older adulthood, dementia, caregiving, and end of life. Each episode contains evidence-based information and resources to help you deepen your understanding of mental health and aging. Good news! For some episodes, you earn continuing education credits at the same time! Visit us as www.mentalhealthandaging.com to learn more about meeting the mental health needs of older adults. Language: en-us Genres: Courses, Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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What NY Times Got Wrong About ADHD and Older Adults
Episode 110
Thursday, 12 December, 2024
Send us a text#110 - There was a misleading headline from The New York Times recently that claimed ADHD diagnoses are surging among "older Americans." In this episode, I set the record straight by clarifying who qualifies as an "older adult" (65+), highlighting why mental health needs for older adults are so often overlooked, and explaining how systemic issues like ageism, stigma, and misdiagnosis perpetuate these gaps.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why ADHD diagnoses are underreported among adults 65+ despite growing rates in younger age groups.The critical role of ageism in excluding older adults from clinical trials and mental health care.How stigma, misdiagnosis, and provider training gaps keep older adults from receiving proper care.The importance of resilience in older adults and how it can mask mental health challenges.Key Takeaways:Misleading headlines distract from real mental health challenges faced by older adults.Ageism and stigma reduce the chances of mental health conditions being identified and treated.Untreated mental health issues lead to poorer quality of life, higher medical costs, and increased risk for suicide.Older adults deserve accurate representation and equitable care in mental health conversations.Articles Referenced: “A.D.H.D. Diagnoses Are Surging Among Older Americans.” Truveta Analysis on ADHD diagnoses 2018-2024 (scroll down to see the graph I discuss in the episode). Resources Mentioned:Learn more about Dr. Regina Koepp and the Center for Mental Health & AgingPrevious features of Dr. Koepp in The New York Times: 3 Steps to Age ExuberantlyHow to Change Your Mind-Set About AgingDid you enjoy this episode?If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a colleague or friend. Together, we can ensure older adults are included in the mental health conversation.Follow Dr. Regina Koepp:Website: www.drreginakoepp.com & Center for Mental Health & AgingLinkedIn: Regina Koepp, Psy.D.Join the Conversation:What do you think about the mental health needs of older adults? Share your thoughts and questions by commenting or reaching out on social media.Let’s work together to spotlight the real issues and make sure no one is left out of the mental health conversation! PROFESSIONALS: Grab your free guide to working with older adults here Attention Social Workers, Therapists, Counselors, Psychologists, Aging Life Care Experts... Click here to get Continuing Education Credits
