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ADHD Medication Shortage continues across Australia

Australia is facing a growing shortage of ADHD medications with key treatments like Ritalin and Concerta becoming increasingly difficult to access. The shortage is making it harder for many Australians, including children and adults with ADHD, to manage their symptoms and maintain their daily routines. Image: Image: Unsplash/ Lance Reis Produced By: Marie Mabadi Featured …

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Beyond medication: Doctors embracing runs for health

More people are now looking at alternative ways of healing besides medication. A phenomenon called Social prescribing is a prescription for things beyond medicine, like going for a walk or getting help with finances, to improve health. This approach is gaining support worldwide, focusing on individual needs and building community connections for better health. Image: …

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Experts concerned over prescribing rate of antidepressants in Australia

Experts are concerned at the rising prescribing rate of antidepressants, with around one in seven Australians taking antidepressant medication every day.  In 2019, approximately 27 million prescriptions were given for antidepressants in Australia, 86% of those written by GP’s.  University of Adelaide professor and psychiatrist, Dr Jon Jureidini, says the main concern is these medications …

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