ADHD Management Program: What to Expect
A comprehensive guide to managing ADHD in children and adults, combining behavioural strategies with medication when needed.
Treatment begins with
Assessment
Behavioural Strategies
Medication (if appropriate)
Ongoing Follow-up
This program is recommended following a confirmed ADHD diagnosis affecting school, work or daily functioning.
You may need this if...
These signs may indicate that this treatment is the recommended course of care:
- Confirmed ADHD diagnosis
- Symptoms affecting school or work performance
- Difficulty with organisation or time management
- A preference for a structured, ongoing management plan
A psychiatrist's confidential evaluation confirms whether this treatment is the right option for you.
What Does ADHD Management Involve?
Management combines behavioural strategies, and often medication, tailored to the individual's age, symptoms and personal or family goals.
The most effective plans combine practical behavioural strategies with medication when appropriate.
When This Treatment is Considered
This program is recommended following a confirmed ADHD diagnosis affecting school, work or daily functioning.
- Confirmed ADHD diagnosis
- Symptoms affecting school or work performance
- Difficulty with organisation or time management
- A preference for a structured, ongoing management plan
The Care Pathway
1. Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation confirms the diagnosis and identifies specific areas of difficulty.
2. Behavioural Strategies
Practical techniques for organisation, time management and focus are introduced.
3. Medication (if appropriate)
Medication is considered and carefully monitored for effectiveness and tolerability.
4. Ongoing Follow-up
Regular review adjusts the plan as needs change over time.
“Your care team supports you through every stage, with complete confidentiality from evaluation to ongoing follow-up.”
Expected Benefits and Possible Considerations
Most individuals see meaningful improvement in daily functioning. Your care team will discuss individual considerations of any medication used.
Every treatment has individual considerations. Your care team will discuss what to expect based on your specific situation.
What to Expect Over Time
Behavioural strategies build gradually with practice, while medication effects, if used, are often noticeable within days to weeks.
Your care plan includes regular follow-up, school or workplace coordination where relevant, and ongoing strategy adjustment.
Regular follow-up and open communication with your care team play an important role in achieving the best possible outcome.
Questions to Ask Your Care Team
- 1.What non-medication strategies should we try first?
- 2.How will we know if medication is helping?
- 3.How can school or work be involved in supporting this plan?
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