Mexico City, December 23 – Mexico City has announced it will host the inaugural World Expo on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in February 2026. The event, scheduled for February 20, 21, and 22, 2026, at Expo Reforma, aims to establish Mexico as a global leader in the dissemination and treatment of ADHD. This initiative marks a significant step, as no other country has yet organized a convention of this scale dedicated to the disorder.
A Comprehensive Approach to ADHD: Science, Education, and Mental Health
The expo, titled ‘ADHD: Health and Learning,’ is designed to offer a multifaceted approach to understanding and managing ADHD. Organizers have tailored activities for a diverse audience, including families, educators, therapists, and healthcare professionals. Attendees will have access to scientifically backed knowledge and practical tools to support individuals diagnosed with ADHD.
According to organizers, the event seeks to integrate science, education, and mental health, fostering support networks and promoting innovative solutions for those facing the challenges associated with the disorder. This comprehensive focus underscores the commitment to addressing ADHD from various perspectives, highlighting its recognition as an internationally acknowledged neurobehavioral condition.
Key Activities and Sessions at the Expo
The three-day event at Expo Reforma will feature a wide array of activities, providing valuable insights and practical strategies:
- Keynote Conferences: Featuring specialists in diagnosis, neurodevelopment, mental health, psychology, and medicine.
- Practical Workshops for Families: Covering topics such as routine organization, healthy habits, sleep, nutrition, daily structure, and positive communication.
- Educational Modules for Educators: Focusing on behavior management, techniques to improve attention and impulsivity, classroom strategies, support, and pedagogical adjustments.
- Multidisciplinary Panels: Discussing mental health, common comorbidities (anxiety, depression, mood disorders), and their relationship with ADHD.
- Mindfulness and Self-Regulation Sessions: For all ages, promoting emotional well-being and concentration.
- Testimonial Forums: Sharing real experiences, community exchange, and institutional visions on diagnosis, inclusion, and neurodiversity.
- Children’s Activities: Including sensory games, motor activities, and exercises for memory, attention, and emotional regulation.
- Conferences on Therapies and Treatments: Exploring scientific advancements and modern technologies applied to ADHD.
These activities aim to equip attendees with the knowledge and resources necessary to better understand and support individuals with ADHD, promoting a more inclusive and informed community.
ADHD Treatment and Support: Current Perspectives
According to specialized organizations and clinical guidelines, ADHD treatment typically involves behavioral therapy, psychoeducational interventions, and, in certain cases, specific medications. Recent evidence also highlights the utility of alternative methods such as structured routines, educational technology, and therapeutic games. These approaches contribute to strengthening attention, self-control, and emotional regulation, offering a holistic view of treatment and support.
The upcoming expo underscores Mexico City’s commitment to becoming a global reference point for ADHD awareness and management, providing a unique platform for knowledge exchange and collaborative efforts.
Source: infobae.com
