ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people’s behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse.

Some ways that you can support your child at home:

• Clear, consistent boundaries and routines. For example, a consistent bedtime routine that involves no screen time for at least one hour before bed.
• Maintain a balanced diet with very little added sugar.
• Lots of exercise and stimulation throughout the day, particularly exercise outside.
• Use clocks and timers to help them stay focussed on a set task such as getting changed.
• Do homework in shorter bursts rather than one long session.
• Pictures to prompt them for what they need to do and in what order in the morning.
• May want to consider a Paediatric referral, speak to the SENCo if you would like to know more about this.

Further information and support

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/

https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/

http://www.addiss.co.uk/