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Chris Packham's 'Inside Our ADHD Minds' Debuts to Mixed Reviews

The BBC Two documentary explores adult ADHD through creative storytelling but receives praise for empathy and criticism for its execution.

Chris Packham and Jo, who was recently diagnosed with ADHD

Overview

  • Chris Packham's new documentary, 'Inside Our ADHD Minds,' premiered on BBC Two, focusing on two participants sharing their ADHD experiences through creative short films.
  • The series sheds light on ADHD as a regulation issue rather than a deficit and addresses underdiagnosis in women and girls due to symptom masking.
  • Henry, a 23-year-old tour guide, and Jo, a 51-year-old council worker, candidly share their struggles and emotional journeys toward self-acceptance.
  • Critics praised the emotional depth and positive impact on participants' families but found the format repetitive and the short films underwhelming.
  • The second episode, 'Inside Our Dyslexic Minds,' will follow a similar format and airs next week on BBC Two.