This presentation will help to explore some of the psychological processes and barriers which may be evident for service users with severe and multiple disadvantage (SMD) undertaking diagnostic ADHD assessment. Consideration will be given as to how recognising and formulating service users’ experiences within a trauma-informed lens, can help to maximise engagement and associated clinical benefit within assessment.
The presentation will outline the development of the Change Grow live (CGL) Nottinghamshire ADHD Assessment Pathway as an extended psychotherapeutic assessment process for service users with more intensive psychological needs. Reference will be made to the trauma-informed concepts of safety and stabilisation as potential anchors in the framework for diagnostic assessment.
A brief overview of ADHD and diagnostic requirements will be shared for anyone who is unfamiliar with this area. The presentation will outline some practical strategies and clinical techniques for practitioners; and will share relevant knowledge for anyone with an interest in neurodiversity.
This event is being delivered as a Teams webinar. Read more and register here