Lectures on Tap - "Demystifying ADHD"
Professors, experts, and storytellers giving thought-provoking lectures in NYC bars.
Welcome to Lectures on Tap
đź“Ť Location: Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (exact address given in confirmation email)
đź“š Lecture: "Demystifying ADHD"
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Ben Lovett - Psychologist and Columbia University Professor
In this insightful presentation, Dr. Ben Lovett navigates the intricate landscape of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), addressing common misconceptions and examining the accuracy of information typically shared on social media.
Are procrastination and creativity signs of ADHD? Can adults develop ADHD? What role does medication, like Adderall, play in productivity? Dr. Lovett will tackle these questions and more as he explains the science behind ADHD, distinguishing between normal distractibility and the disorder.
Using humor and empathy, he discusses the challenges associated with ADHD while providing evidence-based insights into assessment and treatment options—beyond medication.
Dr. Ben Lovett is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, with over 100 publications and a focus on ADHD diagnosis and educational accommodations. He is also a licensed psychologist who consults on assessment and disability issues in schools.
Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌
Professors, experts, and storytellers giving thought-provoking lectures in NYC bars.
Welcome to Lectures on Tap
đź“Ť Location: Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (exact address given in confirmation email)
đź“š Lecture: "Demystifying ADHD"
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Ben Lovett - Psychologist and Columbia University Professor
In this insightful presentation, Dr. Ben Lovett navigates the intricate landscape of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), addressing common misconceptions and examining the accuracy of information typically shared on social media.
Are procrastination and creativity signs of ADHD? Can adults develop ADHD? What role does medication, like Adderall, play in productivity? Dr. Lovett will tackle these questions and more as he explains the science behind ADHD, distinguishing between normal distractibility and the disorder.
Using humor and empathy, he discusses the challenges associated with ADHD while providing evidence-based insights into assessment and treatment options—beyond medication.
Dr. Ben Lovett is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, with over 100 publications and a focus on ADHD diagnosis and educational accommodations. He is also a licensed psychologist who consults on assessment and disability issues in schools.
Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌
Agenda
6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.
6:55 PM – Host introduction
7:00 PM – Lecture begins
7:45 PM – Audience Q&A
8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round
8:30 PM – Wrap up.