Tag: Child ADHD

Why wasn’t I diagnosed with ADHD as a child- Sanctum Healthcare explains

Why wasn’t I diagnosed with ADHD as a child?

ADHD was traditionally thought of as a child’s condition and something that would usually be outgrown by adulthood Fast-forward a few decades and we now have a far better understanding of how different ADHD can present in men, women, and children. Around 2.6 million people in the UK are thought to have ADHD, making up […]

Will ADHD medication change my child's personality- Sanctum Healthcare explains

Will ADHD medication change my child’s personality?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that typically appears in early childhood. It affects around 1.8 million adults in the UK today, but it is thought that these numbers could potentially be much higher due to ADHD often being undiagnosed.  There are 3 subtypes of ADHD: the first being hyperactivity and […]

How does ADHD present differently in women and girls- Sanctum Healthcare explains

How does ADHD present differently in women and girls?

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is one of the most common neurological conditions diagnosed in children in the UK. It affects people’s behaviour, in particular, the parts of the brain that controls emotions, learning, self-control and memory. It is thought that around 1.8 million adults in the UK today are affected and there are […]

ADHD: Why can I only focus at night- Sanctum Healthcare explains

ADHD: Why can I only focus at night?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is an extremely common neurological condition that can affect people’s behaviour In particular, it affects the parts of the brain that help us to concentrate, focus and execute tasks. It is thought that ADHD affects around 1.8 million adults in the UK today and there are often adults and […]

Does my child have ADHD- Sanctum Healthcare explores this topic

Does my child have ADHD?

Are you concerned that your child is possibly displaying the signs of ADHD and are unsure how to help? Here at Sanctum, we understand this can be a worrying time for parents when your child is behaving differently to others, or perhaps you have been contacted by your child’s school teacher wanting to discuss the […]

There are many types of perfectionism within ADHD and many signs to look out for. We go through these signs and how to cope.

ADHD and perfectionism

When we think of someone with ADHD, the stereotype that comes to mind is someone that races through tasks, ignores details and rarely gives much thought to the outcome However, perfectionism is surprisingly, strongly linked to ADHD. According to the American Psychological Association (APA) “Perfectionism is the tendency to demand of others or oneself, an […]

Why is ADHD considered a superpower-Sanctum Healthcare explains

Why is ADHD considered a superpower?

What is ADHD? ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Neurodevelopmental disorders are primarily associated with the functioning of the neurological system and brain. ADHD is expressed during childhood and can persist well into adulthood. There are different types of ADHD, but the condition is generally characterised by hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity. Individuals […]

How to get an ADHD diagnosis in the UK- Sanctum Healthcare explains

How to get an ADHD diagnosis in the UK

It’s estimated that One in forty adults have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). However, struggling to obtain a diagnosis for ADHD in the UK is still a common problem. Many adults and children face long waiting times to see an ADHD specialist for an assessment, and even then they may be given an inaccurate diagnosis. […]

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