Last updated:

20th March 2025

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can influence people’s behaviour. It presents in different ways. It can affect how someone:

  • concentrates and focuses
  • organises their thoughts and completes daily tasks

Find out more on ADHD UK’s website.

Who to talk to

If you suspect your child or young person may have ADHD, talk to the special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) at your child's school.

They will tell you what they can do to help, what support your child could get and what to do next.

ADHD assessments

For children and young people aged 6 to 17

The NHS Berkshire Healthcare Children, Young People and Families services offer ADHD assessments for children and young people aged 6 to 17. 

Find out more on the NHS Berkshire Healthcare Children, Young People and Families website.

For young people aged 18 and above

The NHS Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust offers ADHD assessments for young people aged 18 and above. 

Find out more on the NHS Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust website.

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