S1 E3: Joel Orozco Navigating Higher Education with ADHD

S1 E3: Joel Orozco Navigating Higher Education with ADHD

Author: Dr. Janice Castro November 26, 2024 Duration: 32:35
In this episode of the Latine ADHD podcast, host Dr. Janice Castro talks with Joel Orozco, a grad student at Colorado State University, about his ADHD diagnosis later in life. Joel shares the struggles he faced before and after being diagnosed and how counseling, medication, and learning tools helped him. He also gives tips on how colleges can better support students with ADHD. We talk about why it’s okay to use different ways of learning and how cultural stories can help people with ADHD remember things better.00:00 Introduction and Call for Guests00:38 Meet Joel Orozco: Background and Journey02:43 Joel's ADHD Diagnosis Story05:36 Navigating Grad School with ADHD13:48 Tools and Strategies for Success22:31 Advice for Latine Students with ADHD31:57 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpYou can reach Joel Orozco at: jorozcoa@colostate.eduInterested in being a podcast guest? Fill out the GOOGLE FORM Ready to learn more about ADHD and Latine mental health? Join my NEWSLETTER  for tips and updates on the podcast!

Latine ADHD is hosted by licensed psychologist Dr. Janice Castro. This podcast creates a dedicated space examining the unique intersection of neurodiversity and cultural identity, focusing on the Latine experience with ADHD. It moves beyond generic advice to explore how cultural expectations, family dynamics, and community perspectives shape the understanding and management of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Listeners will hear candid conversations with mental health professionals, researchers, and individuals sharing personal narratives, all aimed at dismantling stigma and fostering practical resilience. The discussions provide actionable strategies that acknowledge cultural context, whether navigating family conversations, workplace challenges, or educational systems. Episodes might delve into topics like the nuances of diagnosis within diverse communities, co-occurring conditions, or holistic approaches to well-being that integrate mind and body. This isn't just a podcast about symptoms; it's about the lived experience, offering culturally relevant insights that help listeners feel understood and equipped. Dr. Castro guides these explorations with expertise and empathy, making complex psychological concepts accessible. The podcast serves as a resource for anyone personally touched by ADHD, supporting caregivers, educators, and clinicians seeking a deeper, more culturally informed perspective in their work or personal lives.
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