Dear Ms. Green,
I regret to inform you that I was among the viewers of your video titled “The Realities of ADHD.” While I am not prone to violence, your statements nearly pushed me to that brink. Your presentation was not only obnoxious and misguided but also deeply ignorant of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a legitimate mental health condition affecting over a billion individuals globally, as stated by CHADD. Your video left me and many others—including parents of children with ADHD—extremely frustrated.
You don’t know me, and I doubt you’ll ever come across this message, but I am a mother to a remarkable 7-year-old girl diagnosed with ADHD, and I’m married to a wonderful man who also has it. ADHD is a very real condition that has existed for a long time; it’s just that now we have a name for it and significantly more scientific research backing its existence. The increased ability to diagnose ADHD today is thanks to years of study. This disorder influences lives in many ways, both positively and negatively. According to the Child Mind Institute, ADHD is “classified as a psychiatric disorder, which means it involves mental functioning that leads to significant impairment.”
You assert that children diagnosed with ADHD are merely hyper and that they are just being kids. Since you appear to have no children or any personal experience with ADHD, your perspective is severely lacking. ADHD has three classifications: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined. Not all children with ADHD exhibit hyperactive behaviors. The disorder manifests differently in each individual, much like autism. Furthermore, coexisting conditions such as depression, anxiety, and oppositional defiant disorder often accompany ADHD. I understand you may dismiss this due to your lack of experience, but I assure you it is very real.
My heart shattered when my then 6-year-old daughter expressed that she wanted to die. Can you imagine a child who hasn’t even lost a tooth yet feeling that way? Of course, you can’t, or you wouldn’t have made that video. ADHD, along with its associated conditions, deserves respect, not ridicule. And please spare me the notion that these children are merely the product of poor parenting.
I am not perfect, but I strive to be an excellent mother, willing to do whatever it takes for my children. ADHD is a genetic condition that doesn’t disappear, no matter how devoted a parent you are. While it can’t be eradicated, there are ways to mitigate its negative impacts and capitalize on any positive aspects through various tools, accommodations, dietary adjustments, and, yes, medication.
You claim that parents are “drugging their kids for acting like kids.” This statement is exceedingly out of line! The decision to medicate a child is deeply personal, often fraught with emotion and stress. Many parents of children with ADHD explore alternative methods like behavioral therapy and dietary changes before resorting to medication. In our case, we hoped our daughter would thrive without medication, but ultimately, she needed additional support. ADHD medication is just that—support. Would you deny a child with diabetes their medication? I hope not! So why deny a child with ADHD the help they need?
ADHD may be an invisible disability, but that does not diminish its significance. By allowing our daughter to take her ADHD medication, she receives the support, care, and love she deserves. With it, she excels in school, engages in extracurricular activities, and builds friendships. The tears of guilt and embarrassment I once felt have transformed into tears of joy as I watch my child flourish.
Before your video, I was unaware of who you were, and frankly, I still don’t care. However, given that your video has amassed nearly 5 million views in under a week, I felt compelled to write this letter: not just to you, but to your followers and everyone who encounters your misguided video. It’s vital to offer a more accurate depiction of ADHD and support the families affected by it.
There’s much more to ADHD than I’ve conveyed here. If anyone wishes to learn more about this condition, I encourage you to join our community at My Little Villagers, where we foster an environment of understanding, love, and support—free from misleading narratives.
Sincerely,
Emily Carter
Founder of My Little Villagers
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Summary:
In direct response to Taylor Green’s video on ADHD, the letter highlights the realities of living with the disorder, emphasizing its legitimacy and the importance of proper understanding and treatment. It addresses misconceptions about ADHD and the emotional journey of families affected by it. The author encourages readers to seek knowledge and support within the ADHD community.