ASD and ADHD

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is the name for a range of similar conditions, including Asperger syndrome, that affects an indvidual's social interaction, communication, interests and behaviour. In children with ASD, symptoms are present before the age of 3 years of age, although a diagnosis can sometimes be made after the age of 3 years of age. It is estimated that about 1 in every 100 people in th UK has ASD.

More males than females are diagnosed with ASD. There's no "cure" for ASD, but speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, education support, plus a number of other intervention are available to help children and parents.

Signs and symptoms

In early infancy, some children with ASD don't babble or use other vocal sounds. Older children have problems using non-verbal behaviours to interact with others - for example:

- They have difficulty with eye contact

- Facial expressions

- Body language

- Gestures

Childran make also lack awareness of and interest in other children. They'll often gravitate towards older or younger children, rather than children their own age. They tend to play alone.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a behavioural disorder that includes symptoms such as inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

Symptoms of ADHD tend to be noticed at an early age and may become more noticeable when a child's circumstances change, such as when they start school. Most cases are diagnosed when children are between 6 and 12 yearsof age.

Thesymtoms of ADHD usually improve with age, but may adults who were diagnosedat a young age continue to experience problems. People with ADHD may also have additional problems, such as as sleep anxiety disorders.

Below are some resourses for children and parents:

Living with ADHD

https://www.youtube.com?=70Fjb2Tby-s&sns=em

This is a story of a grandmother and her granddaughter, who has a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It highlights their their experience and opinions of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

Good for both of us

https://www.youtube.com/watch?y=Aqc2CMExn6s&sns=em

Thisis the story of a mother and her son during their journey through CAMHS. It captures their experiences and opinions which have been translated into a web-based educational resoures.

Assessment for Autism

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czz-D6vfsOI

An assessment pathway story explaining ASD assessment process.

Toileting (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgAA8cHMCGs&t=9

Some useful tips shared by parents and professionals to deal with toileting problems and young people.

Post diagnosis and Feedback (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/_watch?y=MH_a5oEAvmQ&67s

A brief film about a feedback session discussing outcome os assessment and highlighting importance of a profile of the child/young person.

Zoe's ADHD story (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3lLDXzm3ms&t=2s

A story of a parent about her child with ADHD andthe challenges and joys of parenting the child.

A parent's perspective

https://www.youtube.com/_watch?v=cRIBtj4q5g

About me- autism passport

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCj_MsEfUrE

About me app

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEJtl973qPA

Autism sound walk

https://www.wales.nhs.uk/sitesplus/866/page/91136

We're all unique

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awLoYYDhpCA&T=6s

I am me

https://youtube.com/watch?v=LNtzm9p344M

Doing it together

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODpts65JO70

Sleep tips from a parent (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJpPZWh8NYI&t=4s

Sleep-a professional view (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQSTbEiWqrk&t=5s

Myth buster (bilingual)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aDMO8toRb8&t=5s

Thanks for reading and Stay Safe x