{"id":45027,"date":"2025-12-01T15:33:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T15:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/?post_type=neurodiversity&#038;p=45027"},"modified":"2026-01-28T11:47:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T11:47:03","slug":"adhd","status":"publish","type":"neurodiversity","link":"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/tr\/neurodiversity\/support\/children\/adhd\/","title":{"rendered":"DEHB&#039;li \u00e7ocuklara destek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"assembler_default-group assembler_module_group assembler_default-group_1 assembler_module_group_1\"><div class=\"assembler_module_area assembler_module_area_1\"><div class=\"assembler_neurodiversity-text-module assembler_module assembler_neurodiversity-text-module_1 assembler_module_1  transparent\"><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"Section titled module-1\" id=\"module-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/neurodiversity\/45027\/#module-1\" class=\"anchor\"><span class=\"hidden\">Section titled module-1<\/span><\/a><!-- Template found for neurodiversity-text-module - Template: template-text-neurodiversity - Matched: _only --><style>\r\n@media (max-width: 799px) {\r\n  .ti-neu {font-size:40px !important; margin-bottom: 2rem !important;}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<section class=\"w-full mx-auto max-w-content px-6 pt-8 sm:pt-16 pb-3 sm:pb-6\">\r\n    \r\n    <!-- Max width 1144px (matching Dorset exactly) -->\r\n    <div class=\"max-w-[1144px] mx-auto entry-content px-6\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- TITLE (full-width, on top) -->\r\n                    <h1 class=\"sm:text-4xl mb-16 ti-neu\">\r\n                Support for children with ADHD            <\/h1>\r\n        \r\n        <!-- 2-column layout -->\r\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col lg:flex-row \r\n                    gap-12 lg:gap-20\">\r\n\r\n            <!-- TEXT COLUMN (LEFT) -->\r\n            <div class=\"w-full lg:w-[60%] text-[20px] text-black entry-content\">\r\n                <p>Children with ADHD and their families may need support in different ways. Whatever best helps, you can find out more about it in this section of our site. There are links to organisations that offer advice and practical support, as well as useful websites and directories that will signpost you to more help.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/neurodiversity\/website-feedback-form\/\">If you can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for, please let us know via our feedback form.<\/a><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <!-- IMAGE COLUMN (RIGHT) -->\r\n            <div class=\"w-full lg:w-[40%]\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"w-full rounded-lg overflow-hidden\">\r\n                              <picture  class=\" no-lazy\">\n                    <source media=\"(min-width: 0px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Clara-NHS_Red-600x600-1-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Clara-NHS_Red-600x600-1-150x150.png.webp 150w, 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entry-content\" aria-label=\"Accordion section\">\r\n  <div class=\"nd-acc max-w-[1144px]\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f\">\r\n\r\n    \r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0\">\r\n                  <h3>Online information and guidance<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>These websites and online resources provide helpful information on a wide range of topics linked to ADHD in children.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Online information and guidance\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_0-header\">\r\n          <p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>National NHS website \u2013 ADHD information<\/h4>\n<p>The national NHS website includes information on the symptoms of ADHD, as well as advice about diagnosis, treatment, and living with ADHD.<\/p>\n<h4>Children and young people with ADHD \u2013 advice and support pack<\/h4>\n<p>This useful guide from Dorset\u2019s Child Development Centre provides a general overview of ADHD and characteristics that people with ADHD have, as well as strategies that may help at home.<\/p>\n<h4>ADHD UK \u2013 about ADHD<\/h4>\n<p>The ADHD UK website provides information, videos and animations to help people understand more about ADHD in children and young people.<\/p>\n<h4>Young Minds \u2013 guide for parents<\/h4>\n<p>The Young Minds website includes a guide for parents on supporting a child or young person with ADHD.<\/p>\n<h4>ADHD Foundation \u2013 services for families<\/h4>\n<p>The ADHD Foundation is a national charity that provides a range of services and support to families.<\/p>\n<h4>NICE guidelines \u2013 ADHD diagnosis and management<\/h4>\n<p>The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance on the diagnosis and management of ADHD gives a useful clinical overview of the condition, as well as information and resources for families.<\/p>\n<h4>Understanding ADHD<\/h4>\n<p>The Understanding ADHD section of this website includes information on topics including ADHD traits, the diagnosis process and living with ADHD.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1\">\r\n                  <h3>Local organisations<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>In Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, there is a range of organisations that can provide advice to families with children living with ADHD.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Local organisations\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_1-header\">\r\n          <h4>Local Offer websites<\/h4>\n<p>The councils\u2019 Local Offer websites include information and links to a wide range of services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), which can include ADHD.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>SENDIass<\/h4>\n<p>Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Services (SENDIASS) offers free, confidential support to families who have children and young people aged 0-25 with SEND.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sendandyou.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SEND and You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Parent Carers Forums<\/h4>\n<p>Parent Carer Forums work to represent the collective voice and offer support to parent carers of children and young people 0-25 years, with additional needs and\/or disabilities. Working alongside the local authorities, education, health and other organisations the forums ensure the needs of the community are being met in the design of services. The local PCF websites provide information on how to have your say and the types of support available, including workshops, online support sessions and resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcwt.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Parents and Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sgpc.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">South Glos Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2\">\r\n                  <h3>Support in education<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Some children and young people living with ADHD may need additional support and strategies to help them fulfil their potential.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Support in education\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_2-header\">\r\n          <p>Every child is different, and the level and type of support they need will vary.<\/p>\n<h4>Local Offer websites \u2013 education and learning support<\/h4>\n<p>The Local Offer websites include a wide range information on support for children and young people in education:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3\">\r\n                  <h3>Peer support<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Peer support is when people with shared experiences support one another in a variety of different ways. Children with ADHD and their families may benefit from peer support.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Peer support\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_3-header\">\r\n          <p>Peer support can be accessed via groups, networks and activities in the local community. It can provide a non-judgmental, safe space that allows people to connect with others, speak openly, and share advice and suggestions<\/p>\n<h4>Local Offer websites<\/h4>\n<p>The councils\u2019 Local Offer websites provide information about local support groups and activities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>SENDiass<\/h4>\n<p>SENDiass can provide information about peer-to-peer groups, drop-in events and activities taking place in your local area:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sendandyou.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SEND and You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Parent Carers Forums<\/h4>\n<p>Parent Carer Forums work to represent the collective voice and offer support to parent carers of children and young people 0-25 years, with additional needs and\/or disabilities. Working alongside the local authorities, education, health and other organisations the forums ensure the needs of the community are being met in the design of services. The local PCF websites provide information on how to have your say and the types of support available, including workshops, online support sessions and resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcwt.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Parents and Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sgpc.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">South Glos Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>ADHD Embrace<\/h4>\n<p>ADHD Embrace is a London-based charity but provides a range of online support for parents and carers of children with ADHD, including a Facebook group, online seminars and post-diagnosis workshops.<\/p>\n<h4>Netmums \u2013 children with ADHD<\/h4>\n<p>Netmums includes an online forum for families of children with ADHD.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4\">\r\n                  <h3>Advocacy and opportunities to have your say<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Advocacy services can help to give children with ADHD and their families a voice, as well as providing support in difficult situations.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Advocacy and opportunities to have your say\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_4-header\">\r\n          <p>There are many different aspects to advocacy, from informal peer support through to community organisations offering free support and focused, regulated and supervised advocacy. There are also a range of ways for young people and families to have their say about services and support.<\/p>\n<h4>South West Advocacy Network (SWAN)<\/h4>\n<p>SWAN provides advocacy services to people from across Dorset and can offer help to autistic people who may need support.<\/p>\n<p>Tel: 0333 447928<\/p>\n<h4>Parent carer forums<\/h4>\n<p>Parent Carer Forums work to represent the collective voice and offer support to parent carers of children and young people 0-25 years, with additional needs and\/or disabilities. Working alongside the local authorities, education, health and other organisations the forums ensure the needs of the community are being met in the design of services. The local PCF websites provide information on how to have your say and the types of support available, including workshops, online support sessions and resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcwt.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Parents and Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sgpc.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">South Glos Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5\">\r\n                  <h3>Emotional health and wellbeing<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>ADHD is not a mental health condition. However, children and young people with ADHD may need support with their emotional health just like others do.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Emotional health and wellbeing\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_5-header\">\r\n          <p>It is estimated that emotional dysregulation affects around 1 in 3 children with ADHD. Children and young people with ADHD may therefore need additional support to manage their emotional wellbeing, and people with ADHD can be more likely to experience mental health difficulties such as anxiety.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/library\/bristol-mental-health-and-wellbeing-directory-services-children-and-young-people\/\">Directory of mental health support for young people<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>The Directory provides information about organisations that provide mental health support to young people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.<\/p>\n<h4>24\/7 support if you need to talk<\/h4>\n<p>If you are struggling and need to talk, these free services are available at any time, day or night, whatever age you are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call NHS 111 and selection option 2 for mental health support<\/li>\n<li>Text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential support via text message<\/li>\n<li>Call the Samaritans on 116 123, however big or small the problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awp.nhs.uk\/services\/children-and-young-people\" rel=\"noopener\">Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>In some cases, children and young people with ADHD who are experiencing mental health difficulties may be supported CAMHS.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/neurodiversity\/explore\/mentalhealth\/\">More information on mental health and wellbeing<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Learn more about mental health and wellbeing for neurodivergent people in our section on mental health and neurodiversity.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6\">\r\n                  <h3>Assessment and diagnosis<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Find out more about ADHD assessments including different assessment routes and the diagnosis process.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Assessment and diagnosis\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e3a482bea2f_6-header\">\r\n          <p><a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/neurodiversity\/explore\/adhd\/#adhddiagnosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ADHD assessment and diagnosis.<\/a><\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n    \r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\n(function () {\r\n  \/\/ scope to this module by unique id\r\n  const root = document.getElementById('ndacc_69e3a482bea2f');\r\n  if (!root) return;\r\n\r\n  const items = root.querySelectorAll('.nd-acc-item');\r\n\r\n  items.forEach(item => {\r\n    const btn  = item.querySelector('.nd-acc-toggle');\r\n    const row  = item.querySelector('.nd-acc-row');\r\n    const sub  = item.querySelector('.nd-acc-sub');\r\n    const body = item.querySelector('.nd-acc-body');\r\n\r\n    if (!body || !btn) return;\r\n\r\n    \/\/ centralised state setter\r\n    function setState(open) {\r\n      item.classList.toggle('is-open', open);\r\n      btn.setAttribute('aria-expanded', open ? 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