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Shoshana's Summer Playlist (5/5): What happens in your brain when you pay attention? with Dr. Sasha Hamdani

Jul 30, 2026 · 35m

Summary

Host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleiter explores the mind-body connection, focusing on attention. Computational neuroscientist Mehdi Ordi Kani Seidlar discusses brain-machine interfaces for tracking covert attention. Psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Hamdani then clarifies ADHD as an attention regulation issue, addressing diagnostic disparities, strengths, and management strategies beyond medication.

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