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.
ADHD clinical practice guidelines ‘long overdue’ An RACGP submission to proposed ADHD guidelines highlights the role GPs can play in diagnosing, managing, and supporting patients.
RACGP introduces new Specific Interests group The newly developed group will deliver professional and peer support to GPs in the fields of autism, ADHD and neurodiversity.
Chance to recognise ‘most outstanding’ GP People have until 31 May to nominate a GP as part of the Australian Patients’ Association Awards.
Research finds ADHD is overdiagnosed, but experts remain unconvinced While fears have been raised about overdiagnosis, there are also concerns about the possible implications for clinicians, patients and families.
‘We’ve created a system that is crisis-driven’ Research has revealed what clinicians’ think is stopping children from receiving quality mental health care in Australia.