Posted by Michael Wonder on 24 Nov 2022
GPs can't prescribe ADHD medication, some say that's a problem
24 November 2022 - When Ben Mitchell was first diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), he waited four months to see a psychiatrist for medication and the appointment cost him $600.
A year after this appointment, Ben says he needs to switch his ADHD medication because it’s triggered some side effects - but he can’t afford to see a psychiatrist.
ADHD experts are calling on PHARMAC to allow general practitioners to prescribe ADHD medication so that people can afford to access their medication.
