ADHD

A significant shift is underway in ADHD healthcare across Australia and New Zealand. Governments have now authorised General Practitioners (GPs) to conduct ADHD assessments for adult patients — a move that could substantially expand access to diagnostic and treatment pathways. For many adults who have long suspected ADHD but faced prolonged waitlists and high specialist costs, this reform represents a potential breakthrough. What Has Changed? In both Australia and New Zealand

In our clinic, young adults and teenagers are increasingly bringing up their concerns about how much time they spend on their phones—scrolling, watching short videos, or simply ‘getting lost’ online. Of course, we also meet parents who are worried, but often it is the young person themself who feels “hooked,” uneasy, or unsure about the impact of their online habits. Many are thinking about how the time they spend on screens might be affecting them in negative ways. We hear a

Self-harm (SH) is often associated with attempts at stress relief and is commonly observed among individuals on the autism spectrum....

October is widely recognised as ADHD Awareness Month, dedicated to raising understanding and support for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity...

ADHD affects around 5-8% of children worldwide and is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in youth.