GPs to diagnose and treat ADHD under new plan
Western Australian GPs could soon be able to diagnose and treat people with ADHD. Read More...
ADHD
Greater role for GPs in ADHD, says report
The RACGP has welcomed recommendations by a Senate inquiry for GPs to have a greater role in the diagnosis and management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which affects more than one million Australians. Read More...
Global review reveals ADHD rates in adults
A groundbreaking, Curtin led review of studies involving more than 21 million people worldwide has revealed ADHD impacts more than 3% of the global adult population, putting it on par with several common anxiety disorders such as PTSD and panic attacks. Read More...
Stress levels sky high for families of neurodiverse kids
New Curtin University-led research has found caregivers of neurodivergent children are more likely to experience clinically significant levels of stress, poor mental health, financial hardship, and negative relationships. Read More...
Australian ADHD Guideline launched
The ground-breaking new Australian ADHD Guideline has set the benchmark for diagnosis and treatment. Read More...
WA study: helping children with ADHD get a good night’s sleep
A new study led by UWA is seeking children with ADHD and sleep problems to test a new behaviour-based sleep intervention. Read More...
ADHD and Autism symptoms linked to common medication
Prenatal exposure to this common over the counter pain medication may increase the chances of developing ADHD and Autism symptoms in children. Read More...
Attention to detail
ADHD kids are perhaps as misunderstood as the condition itself. Read More...