ADHD Aware is pleased to join in solidarity with other ADHD organisations across the world as we celebrate ADHD Awareness month. During the month, we want to show the world that people with ADHD need more support, understanding and access to services. Over the past year there has been some progress, as more patients are…
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There is limited evidence of the unmet needs and experiences of adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the published scientific literature. Matheson, L., Asherson, P., Wong, I.C.K. et al. For those who have found this page because of being diagnosed themselves, or if you know someone who has been diagnosed and you’re trying to…
Read MoreA diagnosis of ADHD in England has, up until recently, been a very tedious task. Children can very often be diagnosed through the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAHMS) via school referral, however if you’re an adult then you have either private services, or your GP. Waiting lists for referrals to a diagnostician could…
Read MoreOur AGM enjoyed fantastic feedback from members after kicking off with ADHD comedian Victoria Melody and ending with heart felt poem by Tamsin, Aged 18. ADHD Aware held our 6th Annual General Meeting last Thursday, 25th February 2021, our last one being November 2019 – and a lot has happened since then. In addition to…
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ADHD Aware, a Brighton based charitable organisation that runs peer support groups for adults with ADHD, is pleased to announce that we have produced a film that explores what it is like ‘Living with ADHD’. The challenges, unique skills and the impact of peer group support. Taken straight from footage of genuine users experiences who…
Read MoreIf you’re anything like me, ‘diet plans’ or ‘workout regimes’ are dirty words. Sometimes, seeing everything laid out in front of me in such a rigid way starts to give me a vague anxiety—“What if I forget bits? What if I get bored? Will I still do it? Is there even any point starting?” Leaving…
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ADHD Aware is a volunteer led Brighton based charitable organisation that supports people with ADHD. We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded funding from the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, distributed by The National Lottery. This funding will help us to continue to do our essential work providing peer support meetings for people…
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ADHD Aware are pleased to announce a new peer support group for parents of children and young people with diagnosed or suspected ADHD to come together and share experiences, knowledge and strategies. We will be offering monthly discussion about different ADHD related themes including sleep, self esteem and behaviour support, listening to individual experiences and…
Read MoreDuring these exceptional times of the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be an especially stressful time if you have are neurodiverse. Here is a list of support resources for practical support, mental health, and wellbeing. Support hubs https://covidbrightonhove.org.uk/ Food Please use food banks and deliveries responsibly https://bhfood.org.uk/category/directory-hub/food-banks/ https://www.eastbrightonfoodcoop.uk/ https://new.brighton-hove.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/help-residents-access-food-deliveries https://vamospaella.co.uk https://wwwaldi.co.uk/food-parcels https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/apr/14/how-to-turn-veg-trimmings-into-dinner– no waste https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/apr/03/anna-jones-simple-staple-recipes-for-lockdown– recipes…
Read MoreHope you’re all keeping well in these challenging times. In line with government guidelines, suggesting that we minimise social interaction, we are replacing all face to face support group meetings with Zoom online video meetings. This will affect all ADHD Aware support meetings going forward, so please DO NOT TURN UP AT THE BRIGHTHELM. This…
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