Why is it that women with Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often do not realise that they have ADHD? Dr Chi-Chi Obuaya, The Soke’s Consultant Psychiatrist explains why sometimes an ADHD diagnosis can be missed in women, and why for others it can be a late diagnosis.

Find out more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents, and how The Soke’s multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists offer a holistic approach for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex neurodevelopmental assessments

In this article we take a look at the private educational psychology assessments for Children and Adolescents provided by The Soke’s Educational Psychologists.

When should a child be referred to an Educational Psychologist?

Children with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties can benefit from educational psychological assessments utilising the specialist skills of The Soke’s Educational Psychologists.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder. This simply means that the brain is wired in a different way. With ADHD there are two main challenges that those with the condition can face. One of these challenges are inattention, whilst the other challenge is hyperactivity and impulsivity.