ADHD medication for adults and children can be a complex topic. While it is recommended as a first-line approach to managing ADHD symptoms, there may be hesitancy to be prescribed medication due to stigma or concerns about side effects and long term usage of the medication.
Our international and local experts share their experience and address misconceptions and questions about ADHD medication including:
* Why should we treat ADHD?
* How to treat ADHD?
* How to run Carefully Controlled Medication Trials
This is Part 1 of our webinar series, Understanding and Managing ADHD Medication which was held on 22 Jan 2024. Part 2 can be accessed at bit.ly/ADHDMedicationWebinar-...
SPEAKERS PROFILES
Dr Dan Shapiro is a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician and the Founder of the Parent Child Journey parent training programme. Dr Dan enjoys seeing children and consulting with parents in his home office. He also observes children and collaborates with educators at dozens of area schools. Find out more at www.parentchildjourney.com
Dr Adrian Loh is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist at Promises Healthcare, where he works closely with psychologists, therapists and coaches to provide holistic care to young people and adults. He was previously employed in the military and the wider public sector for two decades and continues to serve as a Visiting Consultant at the Institute of Mental Health and as an Adjunct Assistant Professor with the National University of Singapore. Find out more at promises.com.sg/about-us/our-...
ABOUT UNLOCKING ADHD
Unlocking ADHD (UA) is a registered charity and social service agency based in Singapore. Launched in late 2021, UA's mission is to empower ADHDers and their families to live life to the fullest. Many ADHDers struggle with symptoms causing impaired relationships and underperformance in school, work and life leading to lost potential. UA's four pillars of Awareness, Accessibility, Achievement and Advocacy provides a roadmap to uplift the ADHD community. To find out more about Unlocking ADHD visit bit.ly/UA-Linktree
To make a donation to support UA's work, visit bit.ly/donate2UA
27 янв 2024
