ADHD at School: What Actually Helps | Richard Gallagher, PhD
How do you help a child with ADHD stay organized, on task, and confident in school? Richard Gallagher, PhD, a child and adolescent psychologist at NYU Langone Health, shares groundbreaking research on organizational skills training for children with ADHD—a behavioral treatment that’s changing lives and improving classroom performance. This episode dives into how executive functioning challenges manifest in real life, the strengths (and limits) of technology, and the power of parent training and therapeutic coaching to help children thrive.Dr. Richard Gallagher is Associate Professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Director of the Organization Skills Program.🔍 Topics Covered00:00 Introduction00:19 Current Research on Organizational Skills01:06 Executive Functioning and Practical Interventions02:37 Impact of Interventions on ADHD04:41 Expanding Research and Brain Connectivity05:08 Medication and Organizational Skills08:11 Technology in ADHD Assessment15:39 Effective Parenting Styles for ADHD23:10 Non-Pharmacological Treatments and Future Research25:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts📚 Related Resources👨⚕️More about Dr. Richard Gallagher 🔬 NYU Child Study Center 📘 “Organizational Skills Training for Children with ADHD” by Richard Gallagher, Howard B. Abikoff, and Elana G. Spira 📝 CHADD Parent Training Resources📈 CDC ADHD Parent Guide🙌 Support & EngageIf this episode was helpful, please like, share, and subscribe to support the series and spread awareness about evidence-based ADHD care.Visit our website for more Insights on Psychiatry.Watch this episode on YouTubeExecutive Producer: Jon Earle
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The Hidden Adult ADHD Crisis | Lenard Adler, MD
ADHD isn’t just a childhood condition—many adults go undiagnosed for years. Lenard Adler, MD, Director of the Adult ADHD Program at NYU Langone Health, breaks down the nuances of ADHD in adults, the challenges of proper diagnosis, and the latest treatments available. Learn about his research, the screening tools his team has developed, and what’s on the horizon for adult ADHD care.🔍 Topics Covered:00:00 Introduction00:44 Dr. Adler’s Current Research Focus01:47 Importance of Proper Assessment03:44 Challenges in Diagnosing Adult ADHD06:15 Gender Differences in ADHD Diagnosis07:51 Impact of ADHD on Lifespan10:10 Comorbidities and Treatment Approaches14:54 Medication and Treatment Strategies21:15 Medication Shortages and Solutions28:42 Recent Developments in ADHD Research35:01 Screening and Diagnostic Tools37:33 Conclusion📚 Related Resources:Lenard A. Adler, MD (official bio)Adult ADHD Program at NYU Langone HealthAdult Self-Report Scale (ASRS) ScreenerLife expectancy and years of life lost for adults with diagnosed ADHD in the UK: matched cohort study | The British Journal of PsychiatryAmerican Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)CHADD: ADHD Resources and Support🙌 Support & Engage: If you found this episode helpful, please like, comment, and share to spread awareness.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Visit our website for more Insights on Psychiatry.Watch this episode on YouTubeExecutive Producer: Jon Earle
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How to Make Addiction Care Routine | Jennifer McNeely, MD
Despite affecting more Americans than diabetes, substance use is often left out of routine medical care. In this episode, NYU Langone Health’s Jennifer McNeely, MD—a clinician investigator, primary care and addiction medicine physician—explains why that must change. From the surprising history behind addiction’s exclusion from mainstream medicine to the innovative screening tools shaping the future of care, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in addiction care and healthcare policy.Jennifer McNeely, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and co-director of the Section on Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Use.🔍 Topics Covered:00:00 – Introduction01:15 – Why addiction hasn’t been part of traditional medical care05:00 – What medications can primary care providers actually prescribe?07:00 – Why lifting legal barriers isn’t enough08:00 – Making substance use screening part of routine care11:50 – The power of self-report screening tools13:30 – What primary care physicians can actually do after screening16:10 – Real-world clinical impact of identifying substance use18:00 – Overcoming stigma and “we don’t do that here” culture22:17 – Can AI help with screening and care prioritization?📚 Related Resources:Jennifer McNeely, MDAddiction Treatment at NYU LangoneNIDA’s Resources for CliniciansSubstance Use Screening Tools (NIDA)🙌 Support & Engage: If you found this episode helpful, please like, comment, and share to spread awareness.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Visit our website for more Insights on Psychiatry.Watch this episode on YouTubeExecutive Producer: Jon Earle
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The Key to Effective Addiction Care | Charles Neighbors, MBA, PhD
What makes addiction treatment truly effective? Behavioral scientist Charles Neighbors, MBA, PhD, shares groundbreaking research on the importance of therapeutic relationships, harm reduction, and human connection—love!—in treating substance use disorders. Dr. Neighbors is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Population Health, and Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.💡 Topics Covered00:00 Introduction to Dr. Charles Neighbors01:37 The biggest challenges in addiction treatment02:24 The Importance of Therapeutic Relationships05:59 Defining “good treatment” and why love matters08:05 The role of therapeutic alliance in patient outcomes14:06 Barriers to change in addiction treatment systems (incl. stigma)22:04 Harm reduction and safe injection sites: What does the science say?30:36 Future directions in addiction policy and treatment📚 Related ResourcesCharles J. Neighbors, MBA, PhD (official bio)Dr. Neighbors’ Lab - Health Evaluation & Analytics Lab (HEAL)Addiction Treatment at NYU LangoneUnderstanding Harm Reduction: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)"Motivational Interviewing" by William R. Miller and Stephen RollnickCommunity Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT)SAMHSA’s National Helpline for Mental Health, Drug, Alcohol IssuesNew York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)🔔 Subscribe for more insights on mental health & addiction treatment!👍 If you found this video helpful, please like, comment, and share to spread awareness!Visit our website for more Insights on Psychiatry.Watch this episode on YouTubeExecutive Producer: Jon Earle
For the final episode of Season 2, we're joined by Dr. Samuele Cortese, Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Southampton (UK) and Adjunct Full Professor at NYU Langone. Together we explore the intersection of pediatric ADHD and precision psychiatry, including the disorder’s genetic underpinnings and evolving treatment options.00:00 Introduction00:54 Dr. Cortese's Research Journey02:11 Global Perspectives and Challenges in ADHD Treatment03:51 Advances in ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment06:41 Role of Genetics in ADHD09:33 Precision Treatment and Stratification12:17 Treatment Adherence and Shared Decision-Making23:55 Connection Between ADHD and Obesity28:39 Non-Stimulant Alternatives and Future Directions in ADHD Treatment32:16 Non-Pharmacological Treatments37:28 Advice for Clinicians and Closing ThoughtsVisit our website for more Insights on Psychiatry.Watch this episode on YouTubeExecutive Producer: Jon Earle
A podcast for clinicians about the latest psychiatric research. Host Thea Gallagher, PsyD, of NYU Langone Health interviews world-leading researchers about advances in their respective fields, gaining insights that clinicians can apply today.
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