The article critiques Suzanne O'Sullivan's perspective on health, especially regarding overdiagnosis of conditions like ADHD and autism. The author argues that such implications could worsen stigma and discourage individuals from seeking necessary support. Increased awareness and societal changes, such as technological advancements and larger population densities, contribute to higher diagnosis rates. The author emphasizes that individual efforts are inadequate without societal recognition and structural changes, asserting that discussions about health should encompass more than just individual symptoms.
"Implying that we are overdiagnosing certain conditions only reinforces the stigma associated with them, and will prevent people in need from being taken seriously and receiving appropriate support and treatment."
"Increased population density exposes individuals to more stimuli than their nervous system can handle, placing ever-increasing pressure on individuals to perform at a certain standard."
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