Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in children and adolescents.  Despite its prevalence and years of extensive research, there are many myths which persist about ADHD.   Shedding light on pervasive myths can help reduce the stigma that has been associated with ADHD and ensure that individuals with ADHD receive better understanding and support.  So, what are some of the commonly held myths surrounding ADHD? Myth: ADHD

The Connection Between Dyslexia and ADHD: Understanding the Overlap. Dyslexia and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) are separate conditions which are often confused for one another and frequently overlap. It is important to understand that ADHD and Dyslexia are two distinctly different conditions. Dyslexia is a specific learning disorder that is neurological in origin. It is characterised by difficulties with accurate and fluent word recognition, spelling and reading decod

How do I prepare my child for their psychology assessment? An assessment for your child can be a valuable experience to help better understand their relationship to learning and to identify potential strengths and difficulties.  Some children may feel nervous about their assessment given it can present as a new and unfamiliar experience for them.  It can also feel overwhelming for some parents particularly if this is the first time accessing psychology services for their chil

Identification and early diagnosis of ADHD is essential to provide the appropriate supports.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in children and adolescents.

The key characteristics of ADHD are difficulty with focus, impulsivity and hyperactivity.