In the previous episode, we explored ADHD from a more symptomatic, lived-experience perspective, particularly the struggles and frustrations commonly experienced.

Expanding from there, this episode moves into a more macro-oriented lens with a view for rationalising and strategising direct action initiatives for ADHDers, the neurodiverse and allies.

We explore neurodiversity as an overarching concept, and how research demonstrates this can be expanded across a range of conditions.

From there, we drill down into the pervasive impact ADHD has upon the Australian economy re: healthcare, disease burden and a plethora of associated costs. As well, we critique some important concerns about accessing diagnosis, and how this impacts research methodology and literature.

Finally, we touch on individual, group and community-level solutions we can begin exploring to provoke some personal change and broader direct-action!

(References will be available on the website @ innerstrengthcheck.com - post link TBA.)

TIME STAMPS:

[0:00 - 31:57 ] - Introduction/Neurodiversity

[31:57 ] - The Declining Role of Online Praxis Due To The 'Enshittification' of Tech

[34:00 ] - Analog Supports - Community, Psychosocial Support, Role of Hobbies and Lifestyle

[40:00 - 49:00 ] - Research - Biopsychosocial Factors, Methodological Concerns, Comorbidities and Literature Issues

[49:00 ] - Societal Costs of ADHD (Overview - Healthcare and Workforce Burden, Prevalence and Mortality Measures)

[54:30 ] - Specific Healthcare Statistics (Nationwide, Australia) & Service Access Impact

[57:00 ] - Specific Workplace Statistics
(Nationwide, Australia)

[58:00 ] - Educational Outcomes, Carer Costs, Fiscal Losses + Justice/Crime Data

[59:00 ] - Incentivising Training and Diagnosis For Reduced Societal Burden

[61:00 ] - RANDOM CONSERVATIVE BOOMER AD INSERT!

[64:00 ] - What Can We **Do**? Direct Action Via Local Government/Grassroots ADHD Programs

[64:00 ] - RANDOM GRATUITOUS DESK-TAPPING TO EMPHASISE A POINT!

[65:00 - 67:00 ] - International Resources And Advocacy Groups

[68:00 ] - RANDOM TERRIBLE IRISH ACCENT!

[70:00 ] - Speaking Return On Investment to Policymakers

[73:00 ] - Academia: Example (LaTrobe University - Neurodiversity Project)

[74:00 ] - Neurodiverse Workforce Participation

[75:00 ] - Utilising Community Development And Informal Supports

[80:00 ] - Embracing Neurodivergent Strengths/Community Allegiance

[82:00 ] - Specific Tools - Mental Health, Apps, Bulletjournal, etc + Conclusion: Bringing It Back To Hobbies As Change Agency

UPDATE 14/01/2025: - NEW WEBSITE!

LINK:

https://www.innerstrengthcheckpodcast.com/blog/archive-episodes-16-17-adhd-awareness-month-2023