Help Simon access ADHD meds

Simon is a loving dad to 4 year old Teddie and 1 year old Kai, and husband to Michaela. Simon loves technology, cycling and theology.

In 2024, Simon hit his head resulting in a concussion that lead to a range of symptoms that still profoundly affect his life today, and he has since been diagnosed with burnout, PTSD, ADHD and Autism. Our doctor has told us that all of this affects his brain function together and is making it difficult for Simon to fully recover.

While Simon had ADHD symptoms since childhood, the impacts of his accident and trauma have led to him having more difficulty masking and managing with daily life. We believe trialling ADHD medication may have a big impact on his recovery.

Simon desperately wants to be able to return to work, to see his life as making meaningful contributions to society, and while he’s meaningful to me just for being who he is, I want that for him too (Michaela)

Because of Simon’s complex needs, the initial appointment and assessment to get medication is $970 and there’s a possibility of more costs to follow up.

We asked our medical centre and unfortunately it will be at least a year before they will be able to provide ADHD prescriptions under the new rules.