GPs Can Now Diagnose ADHD in 'Life-Changing' Move

NSW GPs Can Now Diagnose ADHD in Major Shift for Patients

This photograph shows the medication methylphenidate, marketed under the brand name Ritaline, used for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), in Terville, northeastern France, on March 27, 2026. (Jean-Christophe Verhaegen/AFP via Getty Images)

'The best I've ever felt': mum shares ADHD journey amid prescribing changes

Amanda Keyes shares the story of her and daughter Hope's ADHD diagnosis. Almost 300 GPs across NSW can now diagnose ADHD and prescribe drugs under Minns government reforms.

GPs can now diagnose ADHD in 'life-changing' move

Around 300 GPs across NSW will now be able to diagnose ADHD, making treatment more accessible, especially for patients in regional areas.

Hundreds of GPs can now diagnose ADHD in major shake-up for one state

The changes will enable patients to access a GP within days or weeks compared with waiting many months to see a specialist.