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WHAT IS ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD/ADD) are common disorders that can have a serious impact on the individual’s quality of life. A prompt, accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure that the person in question gets all the supports they need.
ADHD/ADD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that manifests in having difficulty paying attention, engaging in age-inappropriate excessive activity, acting without thinking about the consequences, and struggling with emotional regulation. The condition appears in patients before the age of twelve, persists for at least six months, and causes problems in at least two environmental settings, such as home and school (in other words, the condition is not environment-specific or related to trauma). The cluster of symptoms that characterises ADHD/ADD can lead to academic difficulties, and problems with focus at school or at work. While many children with ADHD/ADD no longer display symptoms on reaching adulthood, up to 50% of individuals have symptoms that persist into the adult years.
ADHD/ADD can have considerable implications for the person in question. However, with an accurate assessment and a tailored approach to treatment, the troubling symptoms of the condition can be managed and ameliorated. In children and in adults alike, it is vital to have an accurate diagnosis of ADHD/ADD so that parents, teachers, partners, and so forth can gain an understanding of the condition and act accordingly. With a clear diagnosis, it is possible to tailor learning strategies that have been developed to help people with ADHD/ADD, while institutions such as schools and colleges are required to make special provision for people with a diagnosis, such as extra time to complete exam papers, or specially tailored support during the learning process.
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Could you have ADHD?
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What does ADHD in adulthood look like?
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What is involved in an ADHD/ADD assessment/test?
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Medication
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OUR APPROACH TO TREATING ADHD/ADD
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WHO CAN I SPEAK TO FURTHER ABOUT ADHD/ADD ASSESSMENTS/TESTS IN LONDON and the UK?
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