Where can I learn more about ADHD in childhood?
NHS website
The NHS website has useful information for young people who have, or may have, ADHD.
ADHD and you
Young people and clinicians have told us the ADHD and You website is helpful for people with ADHD.
We are sharing this content for educational purposes only. The sharing of this link is not intended as endorsement of any products or company.
What is needs-led support for young people with ADHD?
Support is available to help young people with what they are struggling with without having to wait for an assessment. For example, sleep or behaviour.
We call this being needs-led. It means children and young people can be supported without a diagnosis, or pre-diagnosis.
While we provide assessments, much of the local support available is offered outside of our trust.
You can read more about this in the section about local support and information about assessments (further down this page).
At what age can I have an Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessment?
An assessment of ADHD can be considered but a possible diagnosis will not usually be confirmed until a child is 6 years old and has started school.
Local support and information about assessments
We provide Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) assessments across Durham, Teesside, York and Selby.
ADHD assessments are sometimes referred to as neurodevelopmental assessments.
You can find information specific to your local area below.
County Durham
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in County Durham
Stockton on Tees
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in Stockton on Tees
Darlington
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in Darlington
Redcar and Cleveland
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in Redcar and Cleveland
Hartlepool
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in Hartlepool
Middlesbrough
Support and assessments for autism and ADHD in Middlesbrough
North Yorkshire, York and Selby
To request an ADHD assessment in North Yorkshire, York or Selby, please contact our North Yorkshire Single Point of Access (SPA) team. We can provide screening packs that you will need to complete.
Call 0300 0134 778.
Or email [email protected]
Read more:
- ADHD assessments at York CAMHS
- Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership’s information about ADHD – this includes possible local support.
