Call for more GP training to deal with ADHD A move towards accrediting GPs to treat ADHD could help address the rising number of presentations, GPs believe.
‘Sobering’ statistics reveal childhood mental health trauma Emergency department presentations for intentional self-harming behaviours and eating disorders soared during the pandemic.
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.
Monthly injection shows promise for haemophilia Two simultaneous studies investigating a novel, monthly preventive injection for haemophilia show it is effective in reducing bleeds.
GP resources to support neurodiversity care An RACGP representative has said expanded resources will help raise greater awareness among GPs about neurodiverse conditions.
‘Disturbing’ rate of disordered eating among young people New research across 16 countries suggests the proportion of disordered eating among young people is as high as 22%.
ADHD guidelines The Good GP interviews Professor Mark Bellgrove, author of the new Australian evidence-based clinical practice guideline for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Should an urgent care standard be established? With more urgent care centres on the way, one GP makes the case for introducing consistency across jurisdictions – but not all agree.
First national online directory for eating disorders The site links credentialed healthcare providers to ensure access to appropriate treatment pathways.
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.