Should you medicate your child? And how do you cope with the guilt, fear and stigma that comes with making that decision? Danielle Jata-Hall joins Mark for a candid, compassionate and non-judgemental chat about medication.

They discuss the medication journeys they've been on with their own kids, from overcoming their initial misgivings and dealing with the judgement of others, to the administrative nightmare of trying to get medication prescribed by medical professionals.

Danielle also bravely opens up about her infuriating experience of being accused of FII (Fabricated and Induced Illness) by the very people she'd turned to for help.

A vital episode for any parent navigating medication options and craving reassurance that they’re not alone.

"The Journey Into S.E.N.D Fatherhood" book - https://amzn.eu/d/0qwN0il

Danielle Jata-Hall blog - https://pdaparenting.com/

Newbold Hope -  https://www.newboldhope.com/

FII (Fabricated or Induced Illness) - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/fabricated-or-induced-illness/overview/

"The Parent's Guide to ADHD Medicines" book - https://amzn.eu/d/i2e73JM

Shared Care - https://www.england.nhs.uk/medicines-2/regional-medicines-optimisation-committees-advice/shared-care-protocols/

"I'm Not Upside Down, I'm Downside Up" book - https://amzn.eu/d/avsMxy2

"Black Rainbow" book - https://amzn.eu/d/he1Nd8K

"Steph's Two Girls" blog with tips on getting your child to take medication - https://www.stephstwogirls.co.uk/2020/01/top-tips-when-your-child-wont-take.html

"A boy less ordinary" blog - https://aboylessordinary.com/

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