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Latinx/e in Social Work®
Read Sandra's unique chapter about living life with ADHD, seeing it like a superpower and navigating life while embracing neurodiversity.
CHADD Public Resource Guide
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by ADHD. It provides education, advocacy, and support, offering trusted resources, training, and community connections for individuals, families, and professionals navigating ADHD.
Why Don't We Talk About This? Podcast
Sandra discusses her journey with ADHD, diagnosed at age 38, and the concept of being "neuro spicy." She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, advocacy, and understanding one's brain to manage ADHD effectively.
Latinx/e in Social Work® Podcast
This episode talks about ADHD and neurodivergence and the stigma and challenges that come with it. Erica is joined by Sandra N. Crespo, LICSW
Talking About ADHD with Sandra N. Crespo, LICSW
ADHD is not a deficit—it’s an interest-based nervous system. In this conversation, Sandra shares her thoughts on how ADHD shows up across gender and age, what treatment can look like, and what she hopes individuals living with ADHD understand.
Reclaiming ADHD as a Superpower: A Conversation About Dignity, Not Denial.
ADHD is often misunderstood, reduced either to a punchline or pathologized to the point of dehumanization.
Imposter Syndrome: From Self-Doubt to Self-Growth
Imposter Syndrome is a term many are familiar with. It describes the feeling of being a fraud in your accomplishments, doubting your abilities, and living with the fear that others will soon "find out" that you’re not as competent as they believe.
The J.A.R. : Reframing Impact When Results Feel Out of Reach
When I was going through my MSW program, I remember sitting in a seminar room, exhausted from practicum hours and questioning whether any of it was working. Was I helping anyone? Was I making a difference?