The Great ADHD Myth: UK Channel 4 documentary

Psychiatrist Max Pemberton takes on conventional thinking on ADHD. Is it really a neurodevelopmental disorder? Has modern life contributed to rising diagnoses? And for kids, is medicating the answer?

Read the Guardian review of the show here: theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/aug/18/the-great-adhd-myth-review-most-controversial-show-of-the-year-channel-4

Watch the show here: channel4.com/programmes/the-great-adhd-myth/

… and here’s some reaction to it: ADHD charity complains about Channel 4 documentary

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The Great ADHD Myth: UK Channel 4 documentary