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Autism
Autism is a condition that affects the way a child/young person may experience the world around them. Each child/young person with Autism is different, and they might have challenges relating to: how they interact with others, regulating their emotions, over or under sensitivity to light, sound, taste or touch and difficulty coping with change. They also may have strengths relating to: their high ability to focus on specific interests, leading them to become experts in this area. There are many more strengths and difficulties that could be present in the life of an autistic child/young person. For more information, please read the 'Autism and ADHD national and local support' resource at the bottom of the page.
ADHD
ADHD is a condition that affects the way children/young people may behave and learn. The symptoms may range from person to person, but many children/young people with ADHD have challenges in the following areas. These areas are: Concentration and focus, Hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Children/young people with ADHD can also have many strengths, for example, being able to hyper focus and work hard in areas that they are passionate about. For more information, please read the 'Autism and ADHD national and local support' resource at the bottom of the page.
The Neurodevelopmental Pathway & Support Team (NPST)
(previously known as The Behaviour and Emotional Health Team)
The Neurodevelopmental Pathway & Support Team is the starting point of the neurodevelopmental pathway for children/young people registered with a Nottingham City GP, where there are queries regarding possible Autism and/or ADHD. The team works with families and other professionals to determine whether a referral to a Community Paediatrician is needed for a clinical assessment of Autism and/or ADHD.
The team completes a range of non-clinical assessments to understand if the child/young person is presenting with needs and queries in common with Autism (ASD) and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and would benefit from a formal Clinical Assessment via Community Paediatrics. A range of evidence based programmes are also provided to offer support and advice as well as signposting to other suitable services.
Minimum and maximum age of service users
No minimum age for Autism, 5 years for a clinical assessment of ADHD to be considered. Maximum age of 17 years and 10 months at the point of referral.
Self referral to the Behavioural and Emotional Health Team
Autism and ADHD national and local support
There are lots of services nationally and locally that provide support for families. This document is a guide for families that wish to access support whether your child has a diagnosis of Autism and ADHD or not.
For Queries:
mail to: [email protected]
tel: 01158761716
For referrals:
Post to:
Neurodevelopemental Pathway & Support Team (NPST)
Broxtowe Family Hub
18 Strelley Road
Broxtowe
Nottingham
NG8 3AP
mail to: [email protected]