ADHD and Medication - explained by an expert. Part 1

In this episode of TALK ADHD, Matt G and Andrew Jay revisit the ongoing ADHD medication crisis in the UK, discussing the current state of medication supply, the challenges faced by patients, and the importance of understanding medication efficacy and titration. They explore the differences between Methylphenidate and Dexamphetamine, the impact of gut health on medication effectiveness, and the need for clear communication between patients and prescribers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of managing expectations and understanding the variability in medication response, while also looking ahead to the future of ADHD medication availability. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the ADHD Episode 03:23 Understanding the Current Medication Shortages 04:50 Switching Medications: Methylphenidate vs. Dexamphetamine 08:17 The Importance of Titration and Dosage 12:39 How meds work, and why some release at different speeds 15:58 Immediate vs. Extended Release 20:03 Why do some Meds feel very different? 24:32 Eating disorders, weight loss injections and digestion 27:24 The Importance of Patient-Clinician Communication 30:10 Understanding Medication Effectiveness Over Time 37:36 What top up doses do, how and "The dreaded Crash!" 42:43 The meds aren't working? Or are we looking for the wrong things? 45:51 Flexibility in Prescribing: Meeting Patient Needs 49:07 Understanding Medication Variability 51:28 The Importance of Communication in Prescribing 52:46 meds part 1 close.mp4 Contact Divergenceuk.org for assessments and diagnosis: https://divergenceuk.org Contact Matt for Consultancy, workplace training or 1-2-1 Mentoring: https://thinkneurodiversity.com TALKADHD Whatsapp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JR8R8jTl5zY0jr8MzXjIE7 YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TALKADHD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.