CME | Stimulants & Strategy: Integrating ADHD Treatments Into Daily Practice
Release Date: 11/03/2025
IFM | Exploring Rural Health and Private Practice with Dr. Brittney Anderson
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CME | Get In, Learner, we're Doing Family Medicine!
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FFFM | 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule: Key Updates and Advocacy Efforts
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CME | Stimulants & Strategy: Integrating ADHD Treatments Into Daily Practice
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of CME on the go, recorded live at FMX in Anaheim, our hosts discuss the complexities of ADHD treatment. They cover initial thoughts on stimulant and non-stimulant medications, dosing guidelines, and the importance of addressing comorbid conditions. Listeners' feedback from a previous ADHD episode is highlighted, emphasizing the need for practical prescribing insights. The hosts also discuss the relevance of shared decision-making and strategies for managing ADHD amid potential substance abuse risks. After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 AAFP...
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CME | Transitioning to the Final Chapter: Rethinking Retirement in Family Medicine
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IFM | The Role of AI in Primary Care
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CME | A Practical Guide to PCOS and AUB
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In this episode of CME on the Go, our hosts delve into the complex domain of women's health with a particular focus on abnormal uterine bleeding and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). They begin by addressing various causes of abnormal uterine bleeding and the diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for PCOS. Topics include the underutilized methodology for diagnosing PCOS, the controversial use of metformin, the efficacy of hormonal treatments, and the evolving research on the condition. The episode emphasizes the importance of listening to patients and addressing their concerns to...
info_outlineIn this episode of CME on the go, recorded live at FMX in Anaheim, our hosts discuss the complexities of ADHD treatment. They cover initial thoughts on stimulant and non-stimulant medications, dosing guidelines, and the importance of addressing comorbid conditions. Listeners' feedback from a previous ADHD episode is highlighted, emphasizing the need for practical prescribing insights. The hosts also discuss the relevance of shared decision-making and strategies for managing ADHD amid potential substance abuse risks.
After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 AAFP credit by following the provided link.
Learning Objectives
- Design efficient workflows for managing controlled substances in ADHD treatment, balancing regulatory requirements with patient care.
- Analyze the pharmacology, clinical applications, and abuse potential of stimulant medications, including considerations for off-label use and misuse in non-ADHD populations.
- Integrate ADHD medications into treatment plans for patients with comorbid psychiatric conditions, such as depression, to enhance overall therapeutic outcomes.
References and Resources
Chang Z, Lichtenstein P, Halldner L, et al. Stimulant ADHD medication and risk for substance abuse. J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 2014;55(8):878-885. doi:10.1111/jcpp.12164
Volkow ND, Swanson JM. Does childhood treatment of ADHD with stimulant medication affect substance abuse in adulthood?. Am J Psychiatry. 2008;165(5):553-555. doi:10.1176/appi.ajp.2008.08020237
Published Online: 17 May 2022
The Impact of Pharmacotherapy of Childhood-Onset Psychiatric Disorders on the Development of Substance Use Disorders
Authors: Timothy E. Wilens https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5749-8503 twilens@mgh.harvard.edu, Diana W. Woodward, Je Deuk Ko, Amy F. Berger, Colin Burke, and Amy M. Yule
Molina BSG, Kennedy TM, Howard AL, et al. Association Between Stimulant Treatment and Substance Use Through Adolescence Into Early Adulthood. JAMA Psychiatry. 2023;80(9):933-941. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2023.2157
Olagunju AE, Ghoddusi F. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults. Am Fam Physician. 2024;110(2):157-166.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications for Adults: Drugs [Internet]. Ottawa (ON): Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health; 2024 Nov. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK610422/
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