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After being diagnosed with ADHD, one of our members wasn’t fully convinced—she didn’t fit the stereotype. Seeking clarity, she took the QbTest, a computer-based assessment measuring inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Testing both on and off medication, the results confirmed her diagnosis, showing how much ADHD affected her focus. She believes the QbTest could be a valuable tool for quicker ADHD identification, reducing long NHS wait times.| ADHD Aware
ADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Post Diagnosis” The February Group Discussion will focus on Post Diagnosis. If you have had a diagnosis of ADHD or if you are considering seeking a diagnosis then this Group Discussion is for you. An opportunity to talk about your experience of diagnosis or seeking diagnosis, it will be a time…| ADHD Aware
ADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Relationships and Friendships” The January Group Discussion will focus on Relationships and Friendships. It is an opportunity to talk about your relationships and friendships focusing on what works well and what is challenging for you, your friends, family and partners. For example, we can focus on: So, January’s Group Discussion is… The post January’s Group Discussion appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
The second in our Volunteering Highlight series highlighting our ADHD Aware volunteers. Volunteering is a gift that keeps on giving—both to the recipients and to the volunteers themselves. One dedicated volunteer at ADHD Aware, Leila Baker, has shown how lending a helping hand can transform lives, including her own. In 2021, Leila first encountered ADHD… The post Volunteer Highlight: Leila Baker’s Making A Difference with ADHD Aware appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
ADHD Aware is running a course that helps couples manage some of the impact that ADHD may have on couple relationships. These training workshops will be over 7 weeks on Zoom from 7 to 9pm on the following dates – 27th February, 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th March, 10th and 17th April. (please not there will be… The post Training Workshops for Couples appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
This peer support group offers the opportunity for people living with ADHD to come together and share their personal experiences, feelings, insights, plans and coping strategies. We are aware that living with ADHD can be challenging. This peer support group is being offered to people living with ADHD who are feeling vulnerable and isolated and… The post An 8-week facilitated peer support group for people living with ADHD appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
ADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Wellness and Health” The November Group Discussion is an opportunity to discuss Wellness and Health. In the November Group Discussion, we will be considering what you do to take care of your health and keep yourself well. What do you do that helps, and what would you like to do but struggle… The post November’s Group Discussion appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
The first in our Volunteering Highlight series highlighting our ADHD Aware volunteers. Linda’s Decade of Dedication to ADHD Aware For nearly ten years, Linda Saltwell has been a committed volunteer for ADHD Aware, serving in roles from trustee and chair to newsletter organiser, and even film creator in between. Linda first became involved with ADHD… The post Volunteer Highlight: Linda Saltwell’s 10 Years with ADHD Aware appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
We’re excited to share that ADHD Aware provides specialised training through the Access to Work programme. Whether you’re an individual looking for support in managing ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other conditions in the workplace or an employer aiming to create a more inclusive environment, our training is here to help. What We Offer For… The post We Offer Training through Access to Work! appeared first on ADHD Aware.| ADHD Aware
Raise awareness, workplace inclusivity & productivity with our lived experience neurodiversity training.| ADHD Aware
Neurodevelopmental Conditions ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition; that is to say, its symptoms, and associated behaviours and traits are the result of a person’s brain developing differently during the key stages of development before they were born or as a very young child. This differs from mental illness, which refers to patterns of behaviour where…| ADHD Aware