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Scenario

When children resist psychiatric medications

My teenager refuses to take their prescribed ADHD medication because they say it makes them feel fake, and I do not know how to help them without forcing them.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You are witnessing your child's struggle with authentic selfhood while fearing for their functioning in the world.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Psychiatric medications — complete guide?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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