Senate probe into ADHD under way The inquiry is considering diagnosis and support for people with ADHD, with most GPs reporting a large increase in referral requests.
GP resources to support neurodiversity care An RACGP representative has said expanded resources will help raise greater awareness among GPs about neurodiverse conditions.
ADHD guidelines The Good GP interviews Professor Mark Bellgrove, author of the new Australian evidence-based clinical practice guideline for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Is the soaring use of ADHD stimulants a cause for concern? Prescriptions for some medications have increased by nearly 4450% in just two years, but experts are divided on whether this signifies long-due relief for patients or a potential for harm.
New Australian ADHD guidelines released The guidelines outline recommendations for diagnosis, support and treatment including medications and non-pharmacological options.
Does taking antidepressants during pregnancy impact children’s brains? New research suggests it does not increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, but there is an association.
Does taking paracetamol during pregnancy affect children? Research suggests a link between the medication and children with behavioural and sleep issues, but experts say other factors could be at play.
Paediatricians float solutions for deteriorating access problems Do solutions for the growing issue lie in integrated GP–paediatrician models and a new Medicare item number?
In Practice: Crazy socks now on sale The RACGP is selling five different pairs of socks ahead of next month’s CrazySocks4Docs day, with all proceeds going to Beyond Blue.
AMAQ survey cites ‘alarming’ complications from pharmacy pilot At least 239 patients have had complications after seeing a pharmacist involved in the Queensland UTI prescribing trial, according to a new report.