Resources for families
Understanding your child's diagnosis is an important part of getting the right support. Whether you have just received a diagnosis, are waiting for an assessment, or are simply trying to understand what you're noticing at home or school — the information here is for you.
All our resources are written in plain language, based on current clinical evidence and NICE guidelines, and reviewed by Dr Athina Zakynthinaki.
Conditions
• ADHD — what it is, signs to look for, how diagnosis works, and life after diagnosis
• Autism Spectrum Condition — what it is, signs to look for, how diagnosis works, and life after diagnosis
All resources on this page are for general information only. They are not a substitute for a clinical assessment or professional advice. If you have concerns about your child, please contact us or speak to your GP
Downloadable guides
• Understanding an ADHD diagnosis
• Understanding an autism diagnosis
• Preparing for your child's assessment
• What to tell your child about their assessment
• Classroom strategies for ADHD — for schools
• Classroom strategies for autism — for schools
• Letter to school: ADHD assessment in progress
• Letter to school: autism assessment in progress
• How to claim on your health insurance
• EHCP support letter template
ADHD in children and young people
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in childhood. It affects the way the brain develops and works, particularly in areas related to attention, impulse control, and activity levels. ADHD is not a result of poor parenting, laziness, or lack of intelligence — it is a recognised medical condition with a strong genetic basis.
Autism Spectrum Condition in children and young people
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or simply autism, is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person experiences and interacts with the world. Autism is not an illness or a disease — it is a different way of thinking, processing, and experiencing. With the right understanding and support, autistic children and young people can thrive.
