16/10/2025
In our October webinar Hannah Creaven, ADHD nurse prescriber addressed the common question of "what happens next?" after an ADHD diagnosis.
The answer is ADHD treatment is personalised and the best approach depends on a child’s needs, age, and circumstances.
Treatment is a journey and aims to improve daily functioning, emotional wellbeing, and quality of life — not just reduce symptoms.
It is important to know ‘treatment for ADHD,’ is not just about medication. Diagnosed children require a whole-child approach that supports emotional, educational, and practical needs.
This may include:
*Behavioural and psychological support – such as therapy to build emotional regulation or social skills.
*Educational interventions – working with school to make the classroom a safe and supportive space.
*Parent training programmes – giving families the tools to handle challenges at home with more confidence.
*Lifestyle changes – including sleep, exercise, nutrition and routines.
*Medication, when appropriate.
It’s not about doing everything at once. Often it’s about starting with small steps, adding one or two supports that really make a difference, and building from there.
For information about our ADHD service, which includes end to end support from assessment through to post diagnosis care and medication prescribing, visit www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/adhd-service
