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ADHD Medication Explained: Facts, Myths and How It Really Works
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Introduction
About this webinar
ADHD medication is often misunderstood. Many people hear words such as "stimulant", "controlled drug" or "medication" and understandably feel worried, confused or unsure.
This webinar is designed to explain ADHD medication clearly, calmly and without pressure.
The aim is not to persuade anyone to take medication. The aim is to help parents, patients, carers and members of the public understand what ADHD medication is, how it works, why different medicines are chosen, and what the common myths and misunderstandings are.
Your presenter
Who is delivering this webinar?
Dr Georgina Brown
Clinical Lead, ADHD Direct
Dr Brown is a GP with extended expertise in ADHD, neurodevelopmental care and ADHD prescribing. She works clinically with children, young people and adults with ADHD and has extensive experience supporting patients and families to understand medication options safely and realistically.
Who is this webinar for?
This webinar is suitable for:
Parents considering ADHD medication for their child
Adults recently diagnosed with ADHD
Young people and families trying to understand medication options
Partners, carers or relatives of someone with ADHD
Teachers, support workers and professionals wanting a clearer understanding
Anyone worried about the stigma around ADHD medication
Anyone who has heard conflicting information and wants a balanced explanation
What will be covered?
- What ADHD medication is and what it is not
- How ADHD medication works
- Why stimulant medication is not the same as "drugging" someone
- The difference between stimulant and non-stimulant medication
- Why one medication may be chosen over another
- Common worries about personality, addiction, stigma, side effects and safety
- What monitoring is needed
- How to make informed decisions and ask better questions
Medications discussed
- Methylphenidate
- Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate
- Dexamfetamine sulfate
- Atomoxetine
- Guanfacine / Intuniv
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Book Your Place – £7.50Important information
Educational purposes only
This webinar is for general education only. It does not replace assessment, diagnosis, prescribing advice or individual clinical care. It does not provide individual medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations or prescribing advice.
Not personal medical advice
Questions about personal medication, side effects or treatment decisions should always be discussed with your own clinician or prescriber. This session does not create a clinical relationship.
Cancellations and refunds
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by ADHD Direct. If ADHD Direct needs to rearrange the webinar, attendees will be offered the new date or a full refund.
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Clinical advice reminder
If you have concerns about your own or your child's medication, side effects or treatment, please contact your GP, prescriber or ADHD Direct directly. This webinar cannot and does not provide individual clinical guidance.