Shila Patel
Licensed psychiatrist with over 25 years' experience in child and adult psychiatry and author of several books on relationships and societal mental health issues, speaking here about ADHD diagnosis and treatment in children.
Best podcasts with Shila Patel
Ranked by the Snipd community
Feb 14, 2026 • 34min
Are Children Being Medicated Too Early for ADHD
Dr. Shila Patel, a UK-trained psychiatrist with 25+ years treating children and adults, discusses rising ADHD diagnoses and quick stimulant prescriptions. She explores systemic causes like clinician shortages and school factors. They cover when medication is appropriate, stimulant effects and scheduling, missed adult diagnoses, and parenting, confidence, and social media influences on kids.
Jan 31, 2026 • 34min
EPISODE #3 - SEASON #2 - ARE CHILDREN BEING MEDICATED FOR ADHD TO EARLY...
Dr. Shila Patel, a licensed psychiatrist with 25+ years treating children and adults, speaks about rising ADHD diagnoses and medication in kids. She explores rushed prescribing, assessment gaps, family context, and how classroom maturity and digital stimulation affect behavior. The conversation highlights diagnostic variability, medication choices and timing, and the need for thorough evaluation before medicating.
