Archive for ADHD in Australia
Great Australian ADHD Brain Research
Posted by: | CommentsA new study was reported on in the Syndney Morning Herald, discussing how Melbourne researchers have done brain scans to show how differently children with ADD or ADHD’s brains process information. The story is here.
Australian ADHD: What Exactly Is Going On?
Posted by: | CommentsI was surprised today to read online about the evolving ‘controversy’ about ADD/ADHD in Australia.
There was an article in the Daily Telegraph, which can be read here.
Australian ADHD: Ritalin Controversy
Posted by: | CommentsI have been following this story in the online news. It seems quite surprising to me…
From what I can gather, a 20 year old young man got charged, convicted and sentenced to jail for charges of assault and an indecent act. This young man had been diagnosed with ADHD, and was treated with Ritalin from the ages of 6-16. Judge Conlon reportedly said that he believes that the use of Ritalin has created a whole generation of violent youth. Apparently a psychiatrist testified that ritalin caused brain damage.
ADHD Medication in Australia: Strattera to Be Added
Posted by: | CommentsIt was just reported today in Australia, that the non-stimulant medicine Strattera (Atomoxetine) will be funded under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, starting July 1, 2007.
Prior to this, the only options covered under the plan are stimulant medicines.
