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What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a group of behavioural symptoms; find out how everyday activities can be challenging for a child with ADHD.

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Learning Objectives

  • Understanding what ADHD is
  • Understanding common difficulties

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Created by:
Neil Garrity,  
Wellbeing specialist
Neil has been working in mental health for 30 years. He is a Registered Learning Disability Nurse and Registered Mental Health Nurse, as well as being a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree. He initially worked in forensic psychiatry,…
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