Change Your Brain Every Day Stop Believing These ADHD Myths: Get the Real Deal, with Dr. Steven Storage
Aug 4, 2025
Dr. Steven Storage, an associate medical director at Amen Clinics, sheds light on the complexities of ADHD, revealing there are seven unique types instead of the traditionally recognized three. He discusses how brain scans can differentiate these types, such as inattentive and over-focused ADHD, influencing treatment choices. Listeners learn about the 'Ring of Fire' type and the importance of personalized approaches. Storage also emphasizes incorporating lifestyle changes like sleep and nutrition alongside medication for effective management, aiming to improve daily functioning and self-esteem.
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Ring of Fire ADD Characteristics
- Ring of Fire ADD presents with hyperactive brain regions causing intense emotions and sensitivity.
- This type can lead to oppositional behavior and difficulty focusing due to overwhelming brain activity.
Anxious ADD Brain Behavior
- Anxious ADD features tension and nervousness that interfere with focus.
- Elevated activity in basal ganglia triggers perpetual fight or flight response distracting focus.
ADHD as Brain Wiring Difference
- ADHD is largely genetic and reflects a different brain wiring, not a disorder.
- Mismatch between brain wiring and environment causes symptoms impacting performance and behavior.
