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Dr David Chinn: health policy advisor on the growing concerns surrounding GPs being able to treat ADHD
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ADHD New Zealand is echoing calls for caution when it comes to GPs treating the condition.
GPs will be able to start medical treatment next year for those affected.
The College of Psychiatrists says GPs should only be included if they have accredited training and clear referral and escalation pathways.
Dr David Chinn is part of a team of experts who advises on health policy, and he says it's been hard for people to get access to proper assessments - but it's important to do this in a careful, considered way.
"It's important that this is being done in conjunction with adequate training, guidelines and also support from other practitioners as well."
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