12 April 2027• byLaura Hellfeld
Sometimes our young people need medication, but deciding whether to start a new medication (or understanding one they already take) can feel overwhelming. We’ll also look at practical, neuro-affirming strategies for supporting your young person to take medication, including sensory considerations, predictability, communication and different ways medication may be offered.
Event Date:
Apr 12 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
An online webinar, Monday April 12th, 10 AM – 12 PM
To learn more and sign up, details on the Little Hiccups webpage
Workshop Write Up
Medication: Understanding, Asking and Supporting
Sometimes our young people need medication, but deciding whether to start a new medication (or understanding one they already take) can feel overwhelming.
This webinar provides foundation knowledge about medications, including dosage, generic and brand names, if you need to consider other foods/supplements while taking it, and who to turn to when you have questions. We’ll explore what questions you can ask your healthcare provider so you can feel more informed and confident when making decisions about medication.
We’ll also look at practical, neuro-affirming strategies for supporting your young person to take medication, including sensory considerations, predictability, communication and different ways medication may be offered.
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