About this episode

This episode discusses insights from families regarding medication for neurodiverse children, focusing on various strategies and considerations.

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Medication Discovery: Different medications affect each child uniquely and require trial. ✅ Documentation Practice: Keep diary or voice memos tracking behavior and dosage changes. ✅ Team Approach: Collaborate with parents, teachers, and doctors for best outcomes. ✅ School Impact: Right medication enables children to concentrate and access therapies. ✅ Parental Alignment: Partners may need education to understand medication benefits clearly. ✅ Child's Voice: Listen to child's experiences and observations about medication effects. ✅ Transition Monitoring: Growth, hormones, and school changes require ongoing medication adjustment. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/neurodiverse-and-medication-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about…

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