A guide for managing ADHD
Increases in diagnosis and treatment of ADHD have brought both opportunities and challenges for GPs. This article provides guidance for GPs treating ADHD and managing adverse drug reactions. It includes a brief medication guide with dosages and common side effects (Table 1); lists troubleshooting challenges with ADHD medications and potential solutions (see Box 1); and specifies when patients need to be referred back to secondary care. This article, written by GPs and psychiatry specialists, provides a clear succinct guide for managing ADHD.