ADHD management

In this second podcast on ADD and ADHD, Dr Colette Muir talks about management in children.

Topics

Approach to the management of ADHD
Home environment and school
Support and intervention
Is there a role of special diets (micronutrients)?
Accessing family support
Medications
Stimulant medications
Drug holidays
Sleep, environment and medication
Random drug testing for teenagers
Incredible years programme
Red flags for referral

Take home messages

Start with environment and behavioural strategies.
Ongoing monitoring is key.
Work with secondary care to tailor dosages.

Resources

Incredible Years in Aotearoa New Zealand Werry Workforce Whāraurau
ADHD New Zealand
ADHD in children Health Navigator NZ
ADHD Go-to Guide: Facts and strategies for parents and teachers

Presenter

Colette Muir

Developmental Paediatrician

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Colette is a developmental paediatrician who works at starship hospital at Auckland DHB and also at the Kauri Centre. She trained in Auckland and then completed her developmental paediatric fellowship at the Mater Hospital in Brisbane.

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