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NSW GPs to Diagnose and Prescribe ADHD Treatment in Major Health Reform

The staged rollout, beginning with children in early 2026, aims to reduce wait times and costs for ADHD care across New South Wales.

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Overview

  • The NSW Government will train up to 1,000 GPs to diagnose and prescribe ADHD medications, addressing long-standing delays in accessing care.
  • GPs will initially focus on providing ongoing prescriptions for children on stable medication regimens, with services expected to begin by early 2026.
  • The reforms aim to alleviate the financial burden on families, with many currently spending thousands of dollars on specialist ADHD assessments and treatment.
  • The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has welcomed the changes, highlighting the potential for improved access to timely and affordable care, especially in rural areas.
  • NSW joins Queensland and Western Australia in empowering GPs to manage ADHD treatment, with training funded by NSW Health set to commence in the coming months.