@pulsetoday Not an easy read for those ADHD folk who rely in these meds. Equally I can't ignore how pharmacies and also medical culture promote meds as the only way forward. I have heard of countless examples when that was all that was offered.
People need informed options for full choice
An LMC has advised GP practices that they can decline to enter shared care agreements with private ADHD prescribers, citing lack of capacity or clinical grounds.
https://t.co/592Rteuuop
Discrimination is illegal, but that doesn't stop it happening, but taking legal action can be daunting and confusing
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So I’m Helen with Dyslexia that gives me spider senses and intuition second to none, alongside my ADHD with more energy than a Duracell bunny, these are my superpowers. What are yours?
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They realized waiting times in some places can be over 3 months, and so they could do a RCT over a short follow up time and still get approved for the study- they could do this ethically.
And what they found was stunning.
55% reduction in suicidality, and similar, depression.
For the first time, a randomized controlled trial has been published regarding gender affirming care.
The treatment group receiving care saw a 55% reduction in suicidality, compared to 5% of control.
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