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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
October 2022 is ADHD Awareness month A month where ADHD organisations across the world join together in solidarity to raise awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The aim of ADHD Awareness month is to increase support and understanding around ADHD, as well as improving access to services. It’s estimated that one in forty adults have […]
If your child has recently been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Or you suspect that your child has ADHD but has not yet received a formal assessment and diagnosis, then you might be wondering how ADHD may affect your child at school. Whilst it’s true that school can be a challenge for students […]
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 […]
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. […]
