Known as the MD with ADHD, Dr. Dawn was diagnosed with ADHD herself while completing her child fellowship program, during her early 30’s. As a result, she possesses a unique understanding of the frustrations surrounding treatment and the need for compassionate, ongoing support. Her advocacy for getting properly diagnosed with ADHD has garnered acclaim from across the nation. She is highly sought-after for her expertise and appears frequently in television interviews, podcasts, and online publications.
“I understand the potential impact of ADHD and how it not only affects the individual, but their family as well. Without quality management, ADHD can cause academic & work difficulties, poor self-confidence, and strained relationships. It doesn’t have to!”
Dr. Dawn Kamilah Brown (Dr. Dawn Psych MD), America’s favorite ADHD Expert, is a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. She is the owner, CEO, and sole practitioner at ADHD Wellness Center and has two private practice locations in Texas. She also serves as a psychiatrist for 4 clinics in Texas and Illinois with a growing virtual presence, offering online appointments. She is a pioneer of the Mental Health Movement, and a nationally recognized two-time #1 best-selling author, ADHD coach, public speaker, and professional mentor.
Dr. Brown was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) while in the final year of her child psychiatry fellowship program. Because of this, she personally understands the potential impact of this chronic, debilitating disorder not only on affected individuals but their families as well. Without quality management, this disorder can cause academic and work difficulties, poor self-confidence, and strained relationships. Dr. Brown believes that mental health professionals are essential in providing balanced and supportive information about ADHD, ensuring individuals and their families receive proper management recommendations that work.
Dr. Brown actively commits to extending her expertise and time to her Podcast, “From ADHD to Amaze-Ability,” and Facebook Live weekly broadcasts with a mission to de-stigmatize mental illness and dispel myths about the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. She establishes active discussions with her followers and provides insight on common and sensitive mental health topics. Her followers extend worldwide.
Dr. Brown is originally from Flint, Michigan. She earned her doctorate degree and completed her Residency in General/Adult Psychiatry in just three years at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She furthered her education by completing an additional two-year fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Menninger Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
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Dr. Dawn's new book, The ADHD Lifestyle Series, Volume 1, is an educational and empowering guide for ADHD Super Moms who want to Champion their child's ADHD by feeding their Amaze-Ability™ with a balanced diet, invigorating exercise routines and more.
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