Dr. Gabor Maté
Physician, Author & Trauma Expert
“Self-understanding through assessment is the beginning of compassion and healing.”
About
Canadian physician and bestselling author who has revolutionized our understanding of ADHD as a trauma-related neurodevelopmental condition. His work connects early childhood experiences with ADHD symptoms and emphasizes compassionate approaches to treatment.
Dr. Gabor Maté is a Canadian physician, bestselling author, and internationally recognized expert on addiction, trauma, and ADHD. His revolutionary work connects early childhood experiences, trauma, and neurodevelopment, offering a compassionate and holistic understanding of ADHD. Dr. Maté's approach emphasizes understanding the root causes of ADHD symptoms rather than simply managing them, leading to more effective and compassionate treatment.
Key Achievements
- •Author of 'Scattered Minds' - groundbreaking book on ADHD and trauma
- •Pioneer in trauma-informed approach to ADHD treatment
- •International speaker on addiction, trauma, and neurodevelopment
- •Advocate for understanding ADHD through compassion and neuroscience
Notable Work
- ✓Trauma-informed approach to ADHD
- ✓Connection between early childhood and ADHD
- ✓Compassionate treatment models
Publications
- 📚Scattered Minds: The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder
- 📚In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction
- 📚The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture
Education
- 🎓M.D., University of British Columbia
- 🎓Specialized Training in Addiction Medicine and Trauma
Affiliations
- 🏛️Physician, Private Practice
- 🏛️International Speaker and Author
- 🏛️Expert in Trauma and Neurodevelopment
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