ADHD
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a common behavioural disorder. People who have ADHD can be easily distracted, act without thinking and be very active. The main subgroups of ADHD are
inattentiveness
,
hyperactivity
and
impulsivity
. Patients can lean towards one type or a combination of all three. Children with suspected ADHD are referred by a GP to a specialist that specialises in behavioural disorders such as a
child psychiatrist
or a
developmental paediatrician
. Treatment can include medication,
talk therapies
and management plans.
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exceptional quality, expert specialist psychiatric and psychological services to families, children and adolescents suffering from a range of mental health presentations from mild to severe, but not including mod-high risk. . . .
Southern Cross Health Society Affiliated Provider for Consultations
Diagnostic evaluation, treatment recommendation and
management of general adult mental health/psychiatric
disorders . . . .
