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What if ADHD isn’t just about focus or impulsivity—but about long-term health too? 

Research shows that when ADHD goes untreated, the risks extend beyond day-to-day struggles. Some studies even suggest a higher chance of conditions like dementia later in life. That raises an important question: how should ADHD be managed, not just for today, but across a lifetime?

This week, I’m diving into that conversation with my colleague and friend, Dr. Carl Knopke. He’s the Medical Director at Inland Empire Weight Loss in Riverside, California, and a family physician specializing in obesity medicine. Over the years, he’s shared his expertise at professional conferences, connecting the dots between obesity, mental health, psychiatry, endocrinology, exercise, and nutrition.

Together, we’ll unpack the realities of ADHD:

  • What ADHD really is
  • Why treatment often begins with medication
  • Why it’s more than just trouble paying attention
  • How ADHD can be a strength, not only a struggle
  • The connection between ADHD, stress, and weight
  • Why treating ADHD helps with impulsive eating
  • The role of treatment in long-term health

We’ll explore how treatment really works, and why it’s not only about improving attention but about opening the door to better choices, healthier routines, and stronger long-term health.

Tune in to the full episode for insights that could change the way ADHD is understood and treated—for today and for the future.

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