The Science of ADHD and Trauma with Prof James Brown

ADHD and trauma intersect in complex ways, often impacting an individual’s mental health and overall well-being. Individuals with ADHD may be more susceptible to experiencing trauma and trauma can increase the risk of developing ADHD and exacerbate ADHD symptoms, creating a cycle that complicates diagnosis and treatment. Understanding the relationship between ADHD and trauma is crucial for developing effective coping strategies and fostering resilience.

This talk is tailored to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how trauma and ADHD intersect and offer practical strategies for diagnosis, management and acceptance. Prof. James Brown, co-founder of ADHDadultUK and co-host of The ADHD Adults Podcast, will share evidence-based information and a compassionate approach to help you navigate these complex issues. Learn to recognise the signs of trauma and its triggers in individuals with ADHD, explore evidence-based techniques for managing trauma and fostering resilience.

Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm!

Who Should Attend?

• Individuals with ADHD seeking to understand and heal from trauma
• Educators and healthcare professionals looking to support those with ADHD

and trauma

• Anyone interested in the interplay between ADHD and trauma

About Your Host

Professor James Brown is an academic researcher and science communicator. James was diagnosed with ADHD in 2021. Subsequently, James co-founded and is Chair for the registered UK charity ADHDadultUK, set up the evidence-based online ADHD magazine focusmag.uk and is a co-founder and co-host of The ADHD Adults Podcast. James is also an ADHD Coach and Mentor and provides training, guidance and assistance to organisations around adult ADHD for his company JBHD Ltd.

Testimonials

⭐Brilliant well paced talks for us ND folks. - Christine K.

⭐It felt like a really great session with well rounded knowledge and it felt like a safe space with a safe speaker who genuinely cared and understood the shared experience. - Anon.

⭐A big thank you to James [...] You explain things so well and I LOVE that it’s coming from someone who has first hand experience with ADHD and is still learning about themselves every day too, and so open about their own struggles, it really helps. I have learned a lot from this talk and I really think it could help us both in our relationship. Big thanks for a great talk, I’ll be looking forward to more. - Anon.