Have you ever wondered about the myths surrounding ADHD medication and what the realities really are?

What should you know before considering medication as part of your ADHD treatment plan?

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In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, I’m diving deep into the complexities of ADHD medication with the brilliant Phil Anderton. We’ll explore how modern medications work, the differences between stimulant and non-stimulant options, and tackle those nagging concerns about addiction and personality changes. Get ready to uncover the truth behind ADHD treatment and discover a more holistic approach!

Join me as Phil shares his journey from senior police officer to founder of ADHD 360. His unique insights stem from recognising the social challenges faced by those with untreated ADHD and advocating for better management within the NHS. In our chat, we’ll discuss the evolution of ADHD medication and why a tailored approach is crucial for effective treatment.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to ADHD Medication

00:35 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:11 Understanding ADHD Medication

03:27 How ADHD Medication Works

04:38 Types of ADHD Medication

09:32 Addressing Common Concerns

13:30 The Evolution of ADHD Medication

18:29 Managing Expectations and Costs

23:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🕺More about Phil Anderton.

Phil Anderton is the living embodiment of poacher turned gamekeeper. Having recognised, when serving as senior police officer, that people with untreated or poorly managed ADHD can have inappropriate social outcomes including falling into crime, and trying for many years as an expert in the subject to convince the NHS, both locally and nationally to do more to improve these outcomes, in 2019 he started ADHD 360 to do just that. Expecting to have a small organisation treating 2-30 patients with 3-4 staff, 360 now employs 200+ staff and in July of this year they assessed 1,512 new patients, a record and more than the whole of the NHS put together.

Connect with Phil Anderton:

Website: https://adhd360.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-anderton-adhd360

What’s your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the host of the Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. He helps business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. Ian runs Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be more productive and level up their impact online. He's also a professional singer, web developer, and an international speaker. Ian lives near Manchester in the UK with his family.

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