Caitlyn Rathbone

Caitlyn Rathbone is an Art Director based in Texas. From a young age, her passions revolved around storytelling and art, leading her to pursue a career in art direction over a decade ago. To build a strong foundation in design, she went to ASU for a B.S. in Visual Communication Design. During the summer after her sophomore year, Caitlyn interned at 3Headed Monster, contributing to campaigns for Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Freddy’s Steakburgers & Custard, and Cici’s Pizza. The following summer, she joined The Shop, where she honed her graphic design skills while expanding her expertise in copywriting, social strategy, production, and campaign direction. She believes that the only thing more exciting than having creative ideas is bringing them to life.

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The Misdiagnosis of ADHD in Children

Mental Health

The misdiagnosis of ADHD in children is a growing concern, often leading to unnecessary medication or overlooked underlying issues. Factors such as age-related immaturity, anxiety, trauma, or learning disabilities can mimic ADHD symptoms, resulting in misdiagnosis. Overreliance on brief assessments, lack of specialized evaluations, and pressure for quick solutions contribute to the problem. Misdiagnosed children may receive inappropriate treatment while their actual needs go unaddressed, impacting their development and well-being. Increasing awareness, improving diagnostic methods, and ensuring comprehensive evaluations by specialists are crucial to reducing misdiagnoses and providing children with the right support.