Children’s Autism and ADHD Assessment and Support
Introduction
The Autism and ADHD Assessment Pathway provides assessments for children for possible Autism and ADHD.
What is ‘neurodiversity?’
We mention ‘neurodiversity and neurodivergent’ on this website. Being neurodivergent just means that your brain works differently to ‘neurotypical’ people. It includes a wide range of differences, such as Autism, ADHD, Tourettes Syndrome, Dyspraxia, OCD, and Dyslexia.
Being neurodivergent can provide challenges but also provides individuals with strengths that should be supported and nurtured.
Children referred to this service are likely to be experiencing differences that may be impacting their development such as communication, attention, sensory, emotional regulation, activity levels and organising themselves. You may notice strengths that these differences bring as well as challenges in school, friendships and at home.
Current Waiting Times
Referral Waiting Times
We are receiving a very high number of referrals for Autism and ADHD assessments. This means it may take longer than usual for a clinician to review your child’s referral and share the outcome with you and the referrer. We are working hard to keep you updated as quickly as possible.
Waiting Times for Assessments
Many children are being referred for Autism and ADHD assessments currently, which means there is a long wait. We are doing everything we can to reduce waiting times and will contact you as soon as an appointment is available.
Referrals
Support while you wait for an assessment
