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It’s never too late to diagnose ADHD
This webinar discusses how practitioners can better recognise the symptoms experienced by adults affected by ADHD and provide appropriate support to those who have received a late diagnosis. The session covered the signs of ADHD and common co-occurring conditions for adults presenting for a late diagnosis, as well as the appropriate use of language to prevent negative narratives, stereotypes and stigma.
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss the symptoms and signs of ADHD and common co-occurring conditions for adults presenting for a late diagnosis.
- Discuss use of appropriate language to prevent negative narratives, stereotypes and stigma for people living with ADHD.
- Examine the benefits of a delayed diagnosis and treatment for adults living with ADHD.
- Outline the benefits of using a multidisciplinary approach when assessing, treating and supporting adults with a recent diagnosis of ADHD.
Panel List
- Dr. Roger Paterson – (Psychiatrist, WA)
- Assoc. Prof. John Kramer – (GP, NSW)
- Dr. Maddi Derrick – (Clinical psychologist with lived experience, Tas)
Facilitator: Nicola Palfrey (Clinical Psychologist, ACT)
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This webinar was produced in November 2022. The Mental Health Professionals’ Network’s webinars are produced for mental health professionals. The information is intended for suitably-experienced mental health professionals and does not replace clinical judgement and decision making. It is intended for use as a guide of a general nature only and may or may not be relevant to particular patients or circumstances. The subject matter is not exhaustive of any mental health conditions presented. Health professionals implementing any recommendations contained in the webinar must exercise their own independent skill or judgement or seek appropriate professional advice relevant to their own particular circumstances when so doing. Any information presented in the webinar recording was deemed relevant at the time of the live event and after this date has not been reviewed. No guarantee can be given that the information is free from error or omission. Accordingly, MHPN and its employees and agents shall have no liability (including without limitation liability by reason of negligence) to any users of the information contained in any MHPN webinar for any loss or damage (consequential or otherwise) cost or expense incurred or arising by reason of any person using or relying on the information contained in MHPN webinars and whether caused by reason of any error, negligent act, omission or misrepresentation of the information.