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ADHD, Mental Illness and Social Media Misinformation

With women in the forefront of politics and on the cutting edge of national agendas, To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe continues to provide an important, timely forum for diverse women to discuss national and international issues and policies. It presents news and views that are rarely, if ever, available elsewhere on television.

ADHD, Mental Illness and Social Media Misinformation

Season 34 Episode 3404 | 26m 46s | CC

A new study shows misinformation about ADHD is rampant on TikTok. We speak with one of the researchers, Dr. Amori Mikami of the University of British Columbia, and talk about mental illness misinformation on social media with Dr. Joanne Broder, a fellow of the APA and an expert on the subject.

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