Tennessee Technological University recently held its inaugural Mad Topics Symposium to foster community surrounding OCD and ADHD. The event attracted over 500 participants, showcasing insights from neurodivergent scholars and mental health experts. Following the symposium, private discussions were arranged to address attendees' individual concerns, demonstrating a strong commitment to inclusivity. The success of this format prompted plans for a second symposium in 2025, which will employ qualitative methods to deepen the understanding of these critical issues. This initiative underscores the importance of recognizing and validating the experiences of neurodivergent individuals in academic and social discussions.
"The symposium's success motivated the team to expand its research another year by including qualitative methods to collect and analyze data from a second symposium in April 2025."
"By acknowledging that we all suffer and face adversity, we realize we are human. Being anxious or down at times is a healthy response to many experiences."
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