OCD Misconceptions and Treatment Approaches
Dr. Noah Lazar joins The Wellness Lab podcast to unpack common misconceptions about OCD and its treatment. Learn how to distinguish true OCD from personality traits, explore the impact of everyday language on understanding the disorder, and discover how exposure therapy helps individuals manage obsessions and compulsions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NSxMTmX67Q...
Back-to-School Season: Restarting Routines with Intention
As summer winds down and September approaches, many of us feel a subtle internal shift—even if we’re not the ones heading back to school. There's something about this time of year that feels like a natural reset. It often brings a desire for more structure, an urge to refocus our...
“The Online Screener Said I Have ADHD”: Why a Comprehensive Assessment Still Matters
More and more adults are turning to the internet to understand themselves — and platforms like TikTok and Instagram have become major sources of ADHD and mental health content. As a result, online self-screeners for ADHD have become wildly popular. For many, these screeners are eye-opening. They can help...
When It’s a Bird, but Not a Duck: Common Conditions That Can be Misdiagnosed as ADHD
ADHD is often used as a catch-all label for symptoms like forgetfulness, impulsivity, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty focusing. But just because a person feels distracted or disorganized doesn’t mean ADHD is the cause. Many mental health and neurological conditions share overlapping symptoms with ADHD — and without a thorough,...
Understanding ADHD in People of Colour
How Systemic Bias, Stigma, and Access Barriers Contribute to Missed or Misdirected Diagnoses ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals across all races, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Yet people of colour often face unique challenges when it comes to being accurately diagnosed, effectively treated, and compassionately...
Unmasking ADHD in Women
Why So Many Women Go Undiagnosed — and What You Can Do About It When most people think of ADHD, the image that comes to mind is often “hyperactive young boys.” While that’s one valid presentation, it’s also a narrow and misleading stereotype — one that leaves many women...
