Multidisciplinary mental health care for adults with a recent ADHD diagnosis

This webinar features a panel of experts—a clinical psychologist (host), a general practitioner/psychotherapist, a mental health nurse practitioner, a psychiatrist, and a mental health occupational therapist/ADHD coach—discussing multidisciplinary mental health care for adults newly diagnosed with ADHD. They use a hypothetical case study of a 45-year-old woman, Tanya, to explore diagnosis, treatment, and the roles of various healthcare professionals. The panel emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach, considering factors like perimenopause, co-existing conditions, and individual goals, while also addressing the challenges of accessing care in both private and public sectors and the need for better multidisciplinary collaboration. They highlight the limitations of current diagnostic criteria and the significance of psychoeducation, functional outcomes, and self-compassion in managing ADHD.