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NSW Empowers GPs to Transform ADHD Care Access

6/5/2025

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The New South Wales government is shaking up ADHD care by empowering select GPs to diagnose and treat the condition, enhancing accessibility and cutting costs. With a plan to train 1,000 GPs for medication management and 100 for assessments, the initiative promises progress, yet hurdles like complex cases and the need for specialist support linger.

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Story summary

The New South Wales government is shaking up ADHD care by empowering select GPs to diagnose and treat the condition, enhancing accessibility and cutting costs. With a plan to train 1,000 GPs for medication management and 100 for assessments, the initiative promises progress, yet hurdles like complex cases and the need for specialist support linger.