What Are Your Thoughts on Prescribing Stimulants for newly diagnosed ADHD adults?

I'm starting a new outpatient job this week. Haven't done outpatient in a bit, was wondering what your thoughts are with : 1. Diagnosing ADHD in adults >21? 2. And prescribing stimulants (such as Adderall IR or Ritalin)? And if you do prescribe stimulants, what should I do to be comprehensive? 1. Neuropsych testing? 2. What screening tests should I use? CAT-A? TOVA testing? 3. Should I get UDS on initial visit? And if so, how often do you do UDS on patients Rx stimulants? Any... Read more
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