ADHD in Adults Masterclass

About the Masterclass:

ADHD in adults comes with added complexities that impact diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management. This masterclass will cover what GPs need to know—from making strong referrals to managing prescribing responsibilities, co-existing mental health conditions, and the intersection of ADHD with chronic disease. Led by an expert psychiatrist and supported by experienced GPs, this session will provide practical, real-world insights to support your adult ADHD patients with confidence.

The Masterclass will be accredited for CPD and PDP with RACGP and ACRRM.

What You'll Learn:

- Key differences between adult and paediatric ADHD – Understanding the complexities of ADHD in adulthood and what this means for diagnosis and management.

- Making a strong referral – What information to gather, particularly childhood history, to support an effective psychiatrist referral.

- GPs & prescribing responsibilities – Understanding shared care with psychiatrists, medication management, and addressing prescribing challenges.

- ADHD & chronic disease – How ADHD intersects with conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and what this means for treatment.

- Co-existing mental health conditions – Practical strategies for managing ADHD alongside other mental health conditions.

- Making Medicare work for you and your patients – Practical strategies for better outcomes.

- Rural aspects – telehealth and more.

- Case discussions & Q&A – Learn from real-world cases and gain expert insights.

Expert Presenters:

- Dr. Terry Lim – A Consultant Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience in complex psychiatric illness across public and private practice. A leading expert in ADHD, neurodiverse conditions, and mind-body psychiatry, Dr. Lim is known for his holistic, empowering treatment approach.

- Supported by:

- Associate Professor John Kramer – A rural GP with over 30 years' experience in ADHD management and advocacy. He is actively involved in medical education and mentorship and has been an Other Designated Prescriber (ODP) for three decades.

-  Dr. Corin Miller – A Rural Generalist with Advanced Skills in Paediatrics and Child Health. She was named the 2023 National Rural and Remote Health Practitioner of the Year and is the founder of the Djing.gii Gudjaagalali (Children Stars) Kids Clinic in Eden, NSW. 

Who Should Attend?

- GPs currently prescribing ADHD medications or considering doing so.

- GPs looking for a structured, practical approach to ADHD management in adults.

- GPs seeking expert insights on referral pathways, co-morbidities, and treatment optimisation.