Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Quality statements

Statement 1 Children and young people with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are referred to an ADHD specialist for assessment.

Statement 2 Adults who present with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), who do not have a childhood diagnosis of ADHD, are referred to an ADHD specialist for assessment.

Statement 3 Adults who were diagnosed with and treated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as children or young people and present with symptoms of continuing ADHD are referred to general adult psychiatric services.

Statement 4 Parents or carers of children and young people with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who meet the NICE eligibility criteria are offered a referral to a parent training programme.

Statement 5 This statement has been removed. For more details see update information.

Statement 6 People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who are starting drug treatment have their initial drug dose adjusted and response assessed by an ADHD specialist.

Statement 7 People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who are taking drug treatment have a specialist review at least annually to assess their need for continued treatment.