ADHD IS REAL - ADDISS FAMILES SURVEY 2006 The ADDISS Families Survey was conducted by ADDISS in July and August 2006. Questionnaires were distributed by ADDISS to parents of children with ADHD who had called the helpline and also through the local affiliate groups and some NHS clinics. 526 responses were analysed on behalf of ADDISS by Branding Science in August 2006. ADDISS surveyed 500 parents of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and 39% reported that their child had been ‘fixed term’ excluded from school as a result of their condition, with 11% excluded permanently. It is no surprise that the ADDISS Families Survey also found that a staggering 80% of parents questioned felt that their child with ADHD had low self-esteem compared to other children. The survey is available to view and download by clicking here (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). SLEEP SEEKERS: LIVING WITH ADHD 24/7 A new campaign offering support to parents of children with ADHD who are affected by difficulties sleeping has been launched. To request a copy of the Sleep Seekers booklet, which provides advice and information about sleep difficulties please send your name and postal address to: adhd@familystresspoints.co.uk. Alternatively the booklet is available to view and download by clicking here* (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). *WARNING. This file is large (814k). It may take a few minutes to load, during which time your screen may be blank. LARGEST UK PARENT CONVENTION Parents, Provision and Policy This was a unique 2 day consultation with parents of children with ADHD. The findings of this convention have now been analysed and put into a brochure. This brochure has been sent to your MP and Government Departmental Officials. Delegates to the convention also received this document. If you did not attend the event but would like a copy of the document sent to you, the cost (including p&p) is £4.00. You can purchase your copy on-line now. To do so please click here. Alternatively you can view it now, or download it as a PDF file by clicking here* (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). *WARNING. This file is large (3.2MB). It may take a few minutes to load, during which time your screen may be blank. ARE WE PAYING ENOUGH ATTENTION? A new report on ADHD in the UK has been launched, which includes information on ADHD and results of a survey of specialist healthcare professionals. The specialists surveyed stated that ADHD has as great an impact on a child's development as other serious mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, dyslexia or Tourette's Syndrome. Yet over half of those surveyed believe that the disorder is currently underdiagnosed in the UK and there are barriers to treatment, such as lack of knowledge, resources and time .Published October 2004. To view the full report click here* (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). *WARNING. This file is large (384k). It may take a few minutes to load, during which time your screen may be blank. SCHOOL REPORT Perspectives on ADHD. A report based on research amongst children and parents illustrating the impact of ADHD on the school day. To view the report as a PDF document please click here* (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). *WARNING. This file is large (750k). It may take a few minutes to load, during which time your screen may be blank. FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE REPORT A new report has been launched that brings together comprehensive evidence relating to the quality of life of ADHD patients, alongside the opinions and perspectives of those who deal with the condition including specialist doctors, nurses, patient advocates, teachers and the police service. The report encourages clinicians to consider the wider impact of ADHD on a young person’s day-to-day life, beyond the school day, as well as urging all clinicians in the area of ADHD to agree a clear definition for quality of life in and use this when managing the condition. To request a hard copy of the Foundations for the Future report, please send your name and postal address to adhd@virgohealthpr.com. Alternatively the report is available to view and download by clicking here* (right click and select "Save Target As" to download it). *WARNING. This file is large (4MB). It may take a few minutes to load, during which time your screen may be blank. The Royal College of Psychiatrists produces several very informative Factsheets that you may find helpful. Choose from the following topics: Attention deficit disorder and hyperactivity The restless and excitable young child Autism and Asperger's syndrome Bipolar affective disorder in young people We also have our own Factsheet,called simply: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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