Unlocking the Genetic Puzzle: Autism and ADHD's Shared Roots in Families

Anne MacMillan from R.E.A.L. Neurodiverse dot com explores the intriguing connection between autism and ADHD within neurodiverse families. A significant 2017 study by Girardi et al. revealed that autism and attention neurodivergence (ADHD) frequently co-occur within the same families. This video delves into how these findings have led researchers to investigate genetic links, resulting in the identification of the SHANK2 gene as a potential contributor to this overlap. Learn more about how these neurodivergencies intertwine and what this means for families navigating the complexities of mixed-neurological dynamics.

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS:

• Overview of the 2017 Girardi et al. study on autism and ADHD co-occurrence
• Exploration of genetic links, including the SHANK2 gene
• Implications of neurodivergence overlap in family dynamics
• How understanding these connections can support neurodiverse families

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ABOUT ME:

I'm Anne MacMillan, MLA, founder of the R.E.A.L. 10-Step Neurodiverse Family Systems Approach. I am a non-autistic neurodivergent with 50+ years of experience with neurodiverse family systems and 20+ years of experience with Level 1 autism and marriage. I have a master's in psychology from Harvard University and have been a neurodiverse relationship consultant and coach since 2017.

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