The number of young people with diagnoses of both ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and ASD (autism spectrum disorder) have been rising over the past few years. One of the reasons is a growing awareness of neurodevelopmental conditions. Another reason is that doctors have gained further expertise and experience in identifying ADHD in cases where this may have been missed, due to atypical or complex presentation.
According to recent research reported in The Guardian, in the UK at least 1% of people are thought to be on the autism spectrum and about 4% have ADHD.
Did you know that diagnosis of ADHD in secondary school boys in Britain have more than doubled in two decades?
There has also been a 20-fold rise in adults under 30 being diagnosed, and more people are being diagnosed for the first time in adulthood.
Getting a diagnosis as early as possible is vital for ensuring your child gets the support they need at home and school. This is particularly important since ADHD often coexists with other conditions like anxiety disorders, autism, ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder) and conduct disorder.
Our team in Surrey regularly carries out ADHD assessments for children of all ages, including adolescents. We always do a thorough assessment that will also explore if there are additional difficulties and other comorbid conditions.
Find out more about our ADHD assessments in Camberley, Surrey. Or simply contact us for more information.