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ADHD Masterclass Event: From Neurobiology to Clinical Practice: Navigating Complexity Across the Lifespan

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General Practitioner

★★★★★

I found this presentation extremely helpful in managing adolescents and young adults with ADHD and likely comorbidities. It offered practical direction and improved clarity in complex clinical situations.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Today’s masterclass was extremely valuable. With GP prescribing expanding and limited access to psychiatry and psychology - especially in rural areas - training like this is essential. High-quality education like this makes a real difference.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Excellent masterclass rich with content. Loved the case examples. Dr Rege is an amazing presenter as always. Psych Scene presentations are always great to attend.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Excellent workshop that addressed many clinical challenges and conundrums.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

As a GP, I found this course incredibly useful, especially the in-depth approach to diagnosis and case formulation. It reinforced that ADHD assessment goes far beyond a positive screening tool and that management is much more than simply providing access to medication.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I was really impressed! Great information for non-psychiatrists involved in diagnosing and working with children with ADHD.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Whatever Dr Sanil Rege presents is always spectacular and insightful. I not only learnt about ADHD but gained fresh perspectives across many areas of clinical practice. I would gladly attend future sessions.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

Excellent resource and very time-efficient learning. Grateful to Sanil for sharing his wisdom.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

As always, Dr Rege's presentations are of the highest quality with the most relevant practical information.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

I am so glad I attended this ADHD Masterclass. Understanding neurobiology, differential diagnoses, the diagnostic hierarchy, formulation, and both non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions has deepened my ability to manage ADHD. The case studies provided an excellent, in-depth understanding of evidence-based treatment.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Excellent session. Clinically relevant. Easy to follow with lots of clinical case discussions.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The ADHD Masterclass was exceptionally outstanding and truly eye-opening for both GPs and psychiatrists. The course was brilliantly designed and holistically paced, covering every aspect of ADHD

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Very interesting subject matter. Well presented and packed with relevant and contemporary information.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The workshop made sense of the various complicated presentations of ADHD and allowed me to develop rapport with patients and improve management.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Superb course. Content just right, but enough new stuff to make it fascinating. Very well taught.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Dr Rege, excellent lecture as always. Looking forward to future educational sessions.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The training has helped me adopt a more logical, structured approach to assessment and treatment planning.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I feel more confident in prescribing ADHD medications safely and effectively.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The masterclass strengthened my approach to differential diagnosis and the importance of medical checks in ADHD assessment.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I now feel more comfortable discussing ADHD management with patients and other treating professionals.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

The concept of signal versus noise will be extremely useful in formulation and patient education.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I feel much more confident to begin prescribing, now that GP prescribing has opened in QLD.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The training improved my awareness of contraindicated medication combinations in ADHD patients.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

I feel significantly more confident with formulation and psychopharmacotherapy.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The masterclass provided a clear, organised template for managing ADHD presentations in general practice.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I’m much more aware of ADHD comorbidities and will actively look for them in assessments.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I now have a much better understanding of ADHD and far greater confidence in treating it.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

I would recommend this event for the clear overview of neurodevelopment and strong explanation of pharmacological rationale.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Highly recommended for anyone interested in ADHD.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Dr Rege’s online course delivered clear, practical insights that I can apply in my clinical practice. The content was engaging, well-structured, and highly valuable. Highly recommended.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

I would definitely recommend this to colleagues, especially with more GPs now becoming prescribers.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

I would strongly recommend this masterclass. The learning value is excellent.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

I would highly recommend this training; it was very relevant to our practice, interesting, and informative.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

I would recommend this training to anyone at any time.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The masterclass exceeded all expectations.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

State-of-the-art presentation of a complex subject, delivered in a clear, structured format.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Amazing lecturer - such incredible explanations and thorough teaching. As a GP in New Zealand, this far surpasses any training we’ve had available here.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

I appreciate that it was not just a summary of trials - the depth and reasoning were excellent.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Dr Sanil has a great way of simplifying difficult concepts. A very high standard of teaching.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

A very practical and clinically grounded set of case discussions that deepened my understanding of treatment goals.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

The cases provided clear patterns and direction for clinical decision-making, making the content immediately applicable.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Case-based learning is the best form of teaching, and this session demonstrated that perfectly.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Very valuable to see ADHD presented alongside comorbid psychiatric conditions and the considerations around stimulant prescribing.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Excellent use of cases to illustrate real clinical complications, grey-area decision-making, and the complexity of rational prescribing.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

Very interesting and relatable examples - each case had a clear purpose and a definite lesson.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The cases helped reinforce the content and made the clinical application much clearer and more practical.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

The case-based discussions were the most useful part of the day, as they related directly to my clinical practice.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

Fast-paced but manageable, especially with access to the slides and recording for review.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Case studies and graphs added much depth and improved comprehension.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Perfect breaks and a smooth flow throughout the day.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Well-paced and clearly structured.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

This was the best psychiatry teaching I have ever had. The neurobiology was fascinating.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Very insightful masterclass with a strong focus on real-world practice. Dense content, but incredibly worthwhile.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

Excellent structure and relevance to clinical work. The examples brought the theory to life.

Nurse Practitioner

★★★★★

The session was engaging and clinically relevant, with clear, practical takeaways for everyday practice.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

A strong, comprehensive overview - background, diagnosis, treatment, and comorbidities were all clearly explained.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The course was packed with information and very relevant to my scope of practice.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

As a junior doctor without psychiatry experience, I found it challenging at times, but still very informative and valuable for building a foundation.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Incredibly educational. I gained new insights from neurobiology through to diagnostic variability and treatment planning.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Content-dense but delivered in an engaging and digestible way. I’m looking forward to reviewing the recording to consolidate my learning.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

A very informative and well-organised masterclass. Understanding the neurobiology alongside treatment options was especially helpful.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

The patient case discussions and models of care were particularly effective. They made the concepts easy to apply.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Excellent teaching. Despite the complexity of the topic, I left feeling more confident and empowered to approach ADHD in my practice.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The course offered targeted learning, covering all key aspects of ADHD in a highly interactive and engaging manner.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

As a psychiatrist, I found the course in-depth and strongly aligned with real-world clinical decision-making.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

Very high-quality content - relevant, practice-focused, and immediately applicable to patient care.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The practical approach to assessment and management, supported by numerous case examples, was extremely valuable for clinical practice.

General Practitioner

★★★★★

The depth and breadth of information were remarkable. It offered a comprehensive view of ADHD across presentations and treatment complexities.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

A highly engaging course, time flew by. The integration of neurobiology, diagnosis, and treatment was outstanding.

Psychiatry Registrar

★★★★★

Exceptional explanations of the neurobiology and physiology of ADHD. It gave me a solid foundation to understand the ‘why’ behind the clinical picture.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

The masterclass held my attention all day. The organisation and flow meant I could follow complex concepts with ease.

Consultant Psychiatrist

★★★★★

One of the most useful ADHD courses I’ve done. The content was rich, well-structured, and clinically relevant.

About The Course


Join Dr Sanil Rege in this on-demand recording of a live masterclass examining ADHD through the integration of neurobiology, diagnostic formulation, and real-world clinical decision-making. The masterclass focuses on structured, mechanism-informed approaches to assessment and treatment, including individualised pharmacological strategies and lifespan complexity, supporting clinicians in moving beyond checklist-based care and applying coherent frameworks to complex ADHD presentations.

Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:

  • Psychiatrists
  • General Practitioners (GPs)
  • Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (MHNPs)
  • Psychologists
  • Mental health professionals
  • Clinicians working in or expanding into psychiatry and mental health care

Accreditation Information:

  • Psychiatry Accreditation: This series of online events has been endorsed by the RANZCP as CPD activity code: ED000066, and 7.5 Hours of participation can be claimed under Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 4.1). This course is available for self-accreditation with other relevant psychiatric and mental health organisations.
  • GP Accreditation:

Included with enrolment: Access to the complementary course Clinical Audit: ADHD and Sleep Dysfunction.

This ADHD Masterclass on-demand course is not a part of the Academy subscription. It can, however, be purchased individually. Please scroll down to the pricing section.

What You'll Learn


  • Apply evolutionary, developmental, and systems-based lenses to ADHD presentations.
  • Use mechanism-informed frameworks to understand dopamine/NA network dynamics, arousal regulation, and network switching.
  • Apply a nine-step, multi-modal ADHD diagnostic framework, integrating clinical pattern recognition, collateral history, and structured tools (ASRS, Wender Utah, DIVA-5, etc ) with sensitivity to gender and context
  • Use a staged diagnostic hierarchy to identify comorbidity and drivers of partial or non-response, guiding targeted reformulation and treatment planning.
  • Translate stimulant/non-stimulant pharmacology into real-world prescribing
  • Implement lifestyle and behavioural interventions alongside medications
  • Manage ADHD in the context of clinical complexity, including SUD, ASD, comorbid trauma, sleep disorders and more.
  • Provide safe, evidence-based care in perinatal ADHD and special populations

Course Programme


6 Units | 24 Modules | 9.5 hours total length

  • The evolutionary lens and modern mismatch
  • Why “Same Diagnosis” ≠ “Same System”: Symptom Overlap and Heterogeneity
  • Systems over symptoms: shifting from labels to formulation
  • Dopamine and noradrenaline network dynamics in ADHD
  • Predictive coding, timing, and network switching (ECN/DMN/salience)
  • Fronto-striatal circuits and executive function
  • Arousal regulation as a treatment-relevant target
  • Neurobiological drivers of symptoms and treatment response
  • ADHD diagnosis as clinical pattern recognition across time and context
  • Multi-modal assessment: developmental history, collateral, and patient narrative
  • Rating scales as supports (not substitutes): ASRS, Wender Utah, DIVA-5 etc
  • Gender and developmental considerations
  • The structured nine-step model and diagnostic hierarchy approach
  • Mechanism-informed prescribing: signal-to-noise and staged intervention
  • Stimulants and real-world safety considerations (including cardiovascular risk context)
  • Non-stimulants and adjunctive agents in practice (e.g., atomoxetine; clonidine/guanfacine; bupropion)
  • Switching strategies and dose equivalence
  • Behavioural strategies: reinforcement, structure, and high-frequency feedback
  • Sleep and medical drivers that mimic or amplify ADHD and their treatment implications
  • ADHD and substance use disorders
  • ADHD and ASD: differentiating features and treatment sensitivity
  • Female-specific considerations: eating disorder risk, menstrual cycle/PMDD variability, menopause and hormonal augmentation
  • Perinatal ADHD: pregnancy and lactation risk–benefit framing and medication options
  • Integrating pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches
  • Case-based formulation: identifying pattern mismatches, risk signals, and safety buffers in complex presentations.
  • Clinical pitfalls: using non-response to prompt re-evaluation of the diagnostic hierarchy
  • Clinical Q&A for Practice (2 hours): applied discussion based on participant-submitted clinical questions from the live masterclass, focused on real-world decision-making and follow-up care.

Course Description


ADHD Masterclass Event: From Neurobiology to Clinical Practice: Navigating Complexity Across the Lifespan.

Join Dr Sanil Rege in this on-demand masterclass on ADHD Neurobiology Clinical Practice, integrating neurobiology, diagnostic reasoning, and real-world clinical decision-making. This course provides a structured, mechanism-informed approach to ADHD that moves beyond symptom checklists and protocol-driven care, supporting clinicians working with complex presentations across the lifespan.

ADHD is increasingly understood as a trans-diagnostic, neurodevelopmental condition, shaped by arousal regulation, emotional processing, sleep, trauma, and environmental context. Rather than relying on static diagnostic labels, ADHD neurobiology in clinical practice is explored through a systems-based lens that emphasises understanding the state of the system being treated.

1. Rethinking ADHD: Evolution and Context

The course begins by reframing ADHD through an evolutionary and developmental lens, highlighting the mismatch between ancient attentional systems and modern environmental demands. This section examines why “same diagnosis” does not mean “same system,” exploring symptom overlap, heterogeneity, and the limitations of symptom-based labels. Emphasis is placed on shifting from categorical diagnosis to formulation-based thinking.

2. Neurobiology of ADHD: Circuits and Dopamine Networks

This section examines the neurobiology of ADHD with a focus on dopamine and noradrenaline network dynamics, fronto-striatal circuitry, and executive control. Predictive coding, timing, and large-scale network switching (ECN, DMN, salience) are explored alongside arousal regulation as a treatment-relevant target. This section explores unstable arousal switching, salience network dysfunction, and their impact on executive control. The relationship between neurobiological system states, symptoms, and treatment response is examined in detail.

3. Diagnosis in Depth: Frameworks, Hierarchy, and Pattern Recognition

Focusing on diagnostic formulation, this section conceptualises ADHD diagnosis as clinical pattern recognition across time and context. A multi-modal assessment framework is presented, integrating developmental history, collateral information, and structured tools (ASRS, Wender Utah, DIVA-5, etc ) within a broader clinical formulation. A nine-step diagnostic model and staged diagnostic hierarchy are introduced to guide systematic evaluation of sleep, anxiety, mood, trauma, and medical contributors, particularly in cases of partial response or diagnostic uncertainty.

4. Therapeutic Decision-Making in ADHD: Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Strategies

This section examines therapeutic decision-making in ADHD using an individualised, systems-informed approach. Pharmacological interventions, including stimulant and non-stimulant treatments, are considered in terms of signal-to-noise optimisation, dopamine stability, and arousal regulation. Practical guidance is provided on medication selection, titration, switching strategies, dose equivalence, cardiovascular risk assessment, and the role of adjunctive agents such as atomoxetine, clonidine, guanfacine, and bupropion. Pharmacological strategies are integrated with behavioural and lifestyle interventions to support sustained clinical response across diverse presentations.

5. ADHD, Comorbidity, and Special Populations

ADHD is examined in the context of common and clinically challenging comorbidities, including sleep and medical conditions that mimic or amplify ADHD, substance use disorders, autism spectrum disorder, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related presentations, and metabolic dysfunction. Female-specific considerations, including eating disorder risk, menstrual cycle and PMDD variability, and menopause, are addressed. Perinatal ADHD is explored using a risk–benefit framework covering pregnancy, lactation, and medication options.

6. Case Integration, Pitfalls, and Clinical Q&A

Clinical cases are used throughout the course to illustrate key concepts across neurobiology, diagnostic formulation, and treatment decision-making, with a final integrative case drawing these elements together. This section focuses on identifying pattern mismatches, risk signals, and safety buffers in complex ADHD presentations. Common clinical pitfalls are examined, particularly the interpretation of non-response as a signal to revisit the diagnostic hierarchy. The course concludes with a dedicated Clinical Q&A for Practice (2 hours) based on participant-submitted clinical questions from the live masterclass, translating course principles into practical follow-up strategies for everyday clinical practice.

By the end of this on-demand course, you will be able to:

  • Apply evolutionary, developmental, and systems-based lenses to ADHD presentations.
  • Use mechanism-informed frameworks to understand dopamine/NA network dynamics, arousal regulation, and network switching.
  • Apply a nine-step, multi-modal ADHD diagnostic framework, integrating clinical pattern recognition, collateral history, and structured tools (ASRS, Wender Utah, DIVA-5, etc ) with sensitivity to gender and context
  • Use a staged diagnostic hierarchy to identify comorbidity and drivers of partial or non-response, guiding targeted reformulation and treatment planning.
  • Translate stimulant/non-stimulant pharmacology into real-world prescribing
  • Implement lifestyle and behavioural interventions alongside medications
  • Manage ADHD in the context of clinical complexity, including SUD, ASD, comorbid trauma, sleep disorders and more.
  • Provide safe, evidence-based care in perinatal ADHD and special populations

Included Course: Clinical Audit – ADHD and Sleep Dysfunction

As part of registration for the ADHD Masterclass, participants also receive access to the complementary course Clinical Audit: ADHD and Sleep Dysfunction.

Sleep disturbance is one of the most common yet under-recognised comorbidities in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), with significant effects on attention, emotional regulation, and behaviour. This clinical audit provides clinicians with a structured, evidence-based framework to evaluate and improve their approach to sleep-related difficulties in ADHD.

Designed as an interactive audit activity, the course guides participants through reflective practice using the Plan–Do–Study–Act (PDSA) quality improvement cycle. Clinicians learn to differentiate insomnia from sleep dissatisfaction, apply evidence-based assessment and management strategies, and audit outcomes across five patients.

The course supports diagnostic precision, treatment optimisation, and meaningful quality improvement, translating evidence into sustainable change in everyday clinical practice. It complements the ADHD Masterclass by deepening clinical insight into sleep dysfunction and its role in complex ADHD presentations.

This audit-based course complements the ADHD Masterclass by supporting clinicians to apply structured, evidence-based approaches to sleep dysfunction, a common and clinically significant comorbidity in ADHD.

The ADHD Masterclass is CPD-accredited for 7.5 hours (EA 6, RP 1.5) and is recognised by RANZCP, RACGP, ACRRM, and GPMHSC FPS CPD frameworks. The Clinical Audit – ADHD and Sleep Dysfunction is CPD-accredited for 6 hours (EA 1, MO 5), recognised by RACGP and ACRRM, and available for self-accreditation with relevant psychiatric bodies.

This ADHD Masterclass on-demand course is not included in the Academy subscription. It can, however, be purchased as a standalone course. Please select the relevant option below or scroll down to view the pricing details.

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Related Courses:

Advanced Psychiatric Formulation Series: Enhance your diagnostic precision and clinical reasoning with the Advanced Psychiatric Formulation and Strategic Management series, which deepens mechanism-informed formulation and management skills across complex psychiatric presentations, complementing the clinical frameworks in ADHD management.

Clinical Excellence in Adult ADHD: Build on your ADHD expertise with the Clinical Excellence in Adult ADHD curriculum, offering comprehensive strategies for diagnosis and management in adult populations that dovetail with the neurobiological and pharmacological principles explored in this masterclass.

Psychopharmacology Masterclass Series: Broaden your treatment repertoire with the Psychopharmacology Masterclass Series, which provides in-depth training in neuroscience-guided prescribing and medication optimisation relevant to ADHD and other neuropsychiatric conditions.

Sleep and Psychiatry: Neuropsychiatric and Precision Approaches: Deepen your understanding of sleep-related presentations with Sleep and Psychiatry, a course that examines neuropsychiatric mechanisms and precision approaches to sleep dysfunction — a significant comorbidity in ADHD clinical practice.

Women’s Mental Health: CPD Clinical Training: Expand your competence in sex- and gender-specific care with Women’s Mental Health, focusing on hormone-related mood disorders across the lifespan, which enriches contextual understanding of ADHD presentations in female patients.

Join Dr Sanil Rege in this on-demand ADHD masterclass exploring neurobiology, diagnostic reasoning, and ADHD pharmacological management, supporting clinicians to navigate complexity and apply evidence-based frameworks across the lifespan.

Course Information

  • 7.5 hours
  • 7.5 CPD

Inclusions

  • 7.5 Hours of Video Lecture (On-demand video recordings)
  • 2 Hours of Clinical Q and A - Participant questions answered
  • Structured modules covering neurobiology, diagnosis, treatment, comorbidity, and clinical Q&A
  • Case-based discussions and applied clinical reasoning
  • Certificate of Completion

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Instructor

Sanil Rege Dr. Sanil Rege MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP

Dr Sanil Rege is an educator and consultant psychiatrist with over 20 years of clinical experience and 13 years in private practice, with more than a decade of focused expertise in the assessment and management of ADHD across the lifespan. His clinical experience spans community, inpatient, addiction, and consultation-liaison psychiatry, bringing a practical, systems-based perspective to complex presentations.

Dr Rege has made substantial contributions to the field through widely read articles and educational videos on the neurobiology, diagnosis, and management of ADHD, including common and complex comorbidities. His written and audiovisual educational work has now accumulated over one million reads and views, reflecting strong engagement from clinicians seeking clinically grounded, neurobiologically informed education.

In addition, the courses developed and delivered by Dr Rege have been undertaken by over 1,000 clinicians and have been used by key government organisations for the training and upskilling of mental health professionals. His work is recognised for translating neuroscience and evidence-based practice into clear, clinically applicable frameworks that directly inform patient care.

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