ADHD Explained: Signs, Diagnosis & Real Life
About this episode
The episode discusses ADHD, its diagnosis in the UK, and its interaction with autism, along with practical support strategies for parents.
In this week's episode of The Autism Mums Podcast, we’re talking about ADHD — what it is, how it’s diagnosed in the UK, the traits parents might notice, and how it can interact with autism in real life. ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention regulation, impulse control and activity levels. But beyond the clinical definitions from the NHS and NICE guidance, ADHD is lived — in busy mornings, movement breaks, emotional intensity, creativity and exhaustion. We explore: What the NHS and NICE say about ADHD How ADHD is assessed and diagnosed in the UK The signs of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity Why ADHD is often misunderstood as “bad behaviour” How ADHD and autism can co‑occur Practical support strategies at home and school We also share our own lived experience navigating assessment, waiting lists and day‑to‑day life because understanding the guidance is one thing, but living it is another. Key Takeaways ADHD is neurodevelopmental not a parenting issue. It begins in childhood and relates to how the brain develops and functions. It is not caused by poor discipline or “naughtiness.” Diagnosis in the UK…
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