There is nothing scientific about The Great ADHD Myth? ‘documentary’ | Gina Rippon
Channel 4’s programme wastes a chance to ask important questions about how ADHD is diagnosed and treated, instead indulging in unscientific methods and conspiracy theories When Channel 4 announced that it would air a documentary titled The Great ADHD Myth?, an outpouring of fury followed. Despite this, I set out to approach it as a scientist – not just as a scientist whose own work has dealt with…
Channel 4's documentary, titled "The Great ADHD Myth?," sparked controversy upon its announcement. Despite the initial backlash, the reporter approached the program with a scientist's mindset and respect for the scientific process. The documentary aimed to question whether ADHD was a genuine neurodevelopmental disorder or a social construct.
This is a bold undertaking, as ADHD is widely acknowledged as a disorder by global organizations such as the World Health Organization and the NHS, affecting about 8% of children and adolescents, and 3% of adults worldwide. The press release described the documentary as "science-led," implying a rigorous and evidence-based approach.
However, one must question if this was truly the case. The documentary's presenter is Prof. Gina Rippon, an emeritus professor of cognitive neuroimaging at Aston University and the author of "The Gendered Brain."
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