Medication Essentials for Empowered Decisions

About this episode

Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells discusses medication treatment for ADHD, emphasizing diagnosis, medication types, and the importance of advocacy and collaboration.

In this episode of All Things ADHD, we sit down with Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, a board- certified pediatrician, to unpack the complexities of medication treatment. She explains the importance of early and accurate diagnosis, the differences between stimulant and non-stimulant medications, and why a comprehensive evaluation is essential. She describes how to monitor effectiveness and side effects, navigate co-occurring conditions, and handle situations where caregivers or providers have differing opinions about treatment. With an emphasis on the role of advocacy, education, and collaboration, she offers valuable insights about the adolescent years and the transition to greater independence. This conversation offers clarity, guidance, and reassurance for families and individuals making medication decisions for ADHD. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and an assistant professor of pediatrics at the TCU Burnett School of Medicine, where she teaches and mentors future physicians. As a physician diagnosed with ADHD, she has a special interest in caring for patients with ADHD and their families. A member of CHADD’s board of directors, she also serves…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells

Topics covered

• medication
• ADHD
• pediatric care
• advocacy
• education
• collaboration

Keywords

• stimulant medications
• non-stimulant medications
• co-occurring conditions
• adolescent development

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