Understanding ADHD

Understanding ADHD

Understanding ADHD

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, activity levels, and self-control. It involves inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional regulation challenges that impact daily life.

Common Signs

Symptoms appear before age 12 and vary (inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, or combined). These include difficulty focusing, distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsivity, disorganisation, forgetfulness, emotional swings, restlessness, and trouble waiting.

How to Help

Support requires patience, understanding, and often professional help (therapy, medication). Clear communication, routines, focusing on strengths, a healthy lifestyle, and encouragement are key to helping individuals with ADHD thrive.

For more information, head over to the NHS website: ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)