ADHD Awareness
ADHD is a chronic condition that creates a range of persistent symptoms such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour.
The course covers the definitions of ADHD, the different types of ADHD and how to recognise some key signs and symptoms. It'll also talk about how ADHD is diagnosed and treated, and offer some useful information about how to live with ADHD.
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a chronic condition characterized by persistent symptoms such as difficulty maintaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.
Participants will explore the definitions and subtypes of ADHD, as well as learn to identify key signs and symptoms. The course also examines potential causes, diagnostic processes, and treatment options, including environmental adjustments, therapeutic approaches, and medication.
Finally, the course offers practical guidance and strategies for supporting individuals with ADHD, whether children, teenagers, or adults, and advice for caregivers to help manage the condition effectively.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Define the types of ADHD and recognise the numerous symptoms that need to be exhibited to help with diagnosis.
• Understand that that ADHD is chronic condition that runs from childhood right through to adulthood.
• State the methods of assessment that lead to diagnosis.
• Identify treatment regimes, from therapy to medical intervention.
• Understand how symptoms can be managed and how an individual with ADHD can be helped.
Who is this course for
This course will prove useful to anyone who works with or has regular contact with children or adults with ADHD.
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
There are a lot of courses in our health and social care suite that would make great follow ups to this course and if you are in the adult social care sector then they would all provide valuable additions to your knowledge.
Accredited by
CPD Approved
Course Cost
£20 +VAT