ADHD patient praises South Eastern Trust support during awareness month - video Dailymotion

ADHD patient praises South Eastern Trust support during awareness month

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00:00She was someone, the doctor, she understood because not many people understood.

00:08Children with ADHD have huge qualities and there's a hugely positive aspect to ADHD.

00:16These children are full of life, full of energy. They have lots of good ideas.

00:21The referral was difficult because that was at a later point to get diagnosed, especially going into high school.

00:32So going throughout the entire primary school with no additional support or anything and then going into high school, it was challenging.

00:42It was very difficult and hard.

00:44What it was there for and why I was needing help compared to the other students because I hadn't had it, if you know what I mean.

00:50So high school was a really difficult period of time, especially with having ADHD.

00:56I think raising awareness of ADHD is very important.

01:00It is 5% of school age children will have ADHD symptoms.

01:07We know that early recognition and diagnosis is so important.

01:11The outcome in terms of recognition and treatment management can be so important for children along all aspects of their life.

01:19Really for them to be able to achieve their potential.

01:22I think it's so important. I don't think ADHD or anyone with additional needs get recognition enough.

01:28You feel more seen and heard now coming to Feronaga.

01:33It's almost paramount to be seen and have a good nurse.