Last updated:

26th January 2026

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 think your child or young person needs some extra support, talk to the special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) at their 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

NHS Berkshire Healthcare offer ADHD assessments for children and young people aged 6 to 17. 

Find out more on the NHS Berkshire Healthcare website.

For young people aged 18 and above

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

Find out more on the NHS Berkshire Healthcare website.

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