Lecture Notes: Living with ADHD by Jessica McCabe

Introduction

• Speaker: Jessica McCabe
• Event: TEDxBratislava, July 2017
• Topic: Personal experience living with ADHD
• Objective: How she transformed her life through community and education

Key Points

Jessica's Personal Journey

• Struggles at Age 32:
  • ADHD led to a dark period in her life
  • Personal and professional challenges
• Turning Point by Age 34:
  • Overcame struggles
  • Thrived personally and professionally
  • Launched a successful YouTube channel addressing ADHD

The Role of Community and Education

• Community Support:
  • Importance of connecting with others
  • Finding a support network
• Education:
  • Educated herself about ADHD
  • Shared knowledge to help others

Impact of the YouTube Channel

• Content Focus:
  • Educating and supporting individuals with ADHD
  • Providing practical advice and relatable stories
• Outreach:
  • Reached a global audience

Related Topics

• Education
• Mental Health
• Personality

About the Speaker

• Jessica McCabe:
  • Creator of "How to ADHD" YouTube series
  • Focuses on ADHD education and support

Conclusion

• Jessica’s story emphasizes the power of community and education in overcoming personal challenges.
• Her work continues to inspire and support individuals living with ADHD around the world.

Additional Resources

• TED.com for more talks on related topics.

This lecture summary provides an overview of the main points discussed by Jessica McCabe in her TEDx talk about living with ADHD.