Medication Essentials for Empowered Decisions

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 nonstimulant 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 on the planning committee for the International Conference on ADHD. Dr. Lentzsch-Parcells regularly speaks to parent, student, and professional audiences on subjects such as parenting, ADHD, depression, anxiety and stress, adolescent development, sexuality, and preparing for college.

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Medication Essentials for Empowered Decisions is an episode from National Resource Center on ADHD by Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD).

This episode is 01:01:28 long.

This episode was published on Nov 3, 2025.

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