ADHD support shaped by age and individual needs
We work directly with adults.
For children and young people, we begin with guidance before any assessment.
Understanding ADHD
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulse control, motivation, and emotional regulation. It can influence learning, work, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.
ADHD presents differently from person to person and can look very different in children compared to adults. Some individuals are identified early, while others reach adulthood without recognition, often having developed ways to cope quietly over time.
At Cognition Care, we recognise that ADHD is not a one-size-fits-all experience. Our services are designed to provide thoughtful, developmentally appropriate assessment and support, tailored to each stage of life.
When concerns about a child begin
Many parents come to us because something doesn’t quite feel right - difficulties with attention, emotional regulation, behaviour, learning, or coping at school or home.
These concerns can have many causes, and they don’t always point to ADHD. In children and young people, overlapping developmental, emotional, educational and environmental factors are common.
That’s why we don’t begin with assumptions or quick screening tools. Instead, we focus on understanding the wider picture around your child - their strengths, challenges, and current circumstances - before recommending any assessment or next steps.
Our children’s pathway is designed to be guidance-led, proportionate, and clinically appropriate. For some families, that may lead to an ADHD assessment. For others, a different form of support or signposting may be more helpful.
Before recommending any assessment, we consider whether further exploration is safe, appropriate, and in your child’s best interests at that time.
Our approach to supporting children and families
At Cognition Care, we take a careful and proportionate approach when supporting children and young people. Our role is not simply to assess, but to help families understand what may be contributing to their child’s difficulties and what support is most appropriate.
We begin by listening – to parents, carers, and where appropriate, the child themselves. We also review relevant background information to build a rounded picture.
Where an ADHD assessment is clinically appropriate, we will explain what this involves and guide you through the process. In other cases, we may recommend alternative forms of support, further observation, or signposting to services better suited to your child’s needs.
Throughout, our focus is on clarity, clinical responsibility, and helping families make informed decisions - without pressure or assumptions.
What happens next
The first step is a short enquiry form, which allows our team to understand your concerns and arrange a courtesy call to talk things through.
Where appropriate, we may recommend a screening consultation with a clinician or other qualified healthcare professional. This is a focused, paid appointment designed to explore the concerns in more detail, answer questions, and determine whether a full assessment is clinically appropriate.
Where appropriate, we may also ask parents or carers to complete pre-assessment questionnaires. These help us understand your child’s needs and ensure that any next steps are safe and appropriate.
If a full assessment is recommended, and you choose to proceed, the cost of the screening consultation will be deducted from the assessment fee.
Completing this form does not commit you to an assessment.
When concerns about ADHD arise in adulthood
Many adults seek an ADHD assessment because long-standing difficulties start to feel harder to manage - challenges with focus, organisation, follow-through, emotional regulation, or burnout.
For some, these patterns have been present since childhood but were never recognised. Others notice increasing strain as responsibilities grow, particularly at work, in higher education, or during periods of stress.
ADHD in adults is often misunderstood. Many people blame themselves for difficulties that are neurological rather than a reflection of ability, motivation, or effort.
An assessment can help clarify whether ADHD may be contributing to your experiences and support informed decisions about next steps
Our approach to adult ADHD assessment
At Cognition Care, we provide structured, clinician-led ADHD assessments for adults, grounded in recognised clinical guidelines.
Our role is not simply to diagnose, but to understand your experiences in context - including your developmental history, current challenges, strengths, and wider mental health.
Assessments are conducted by qualified clinicians with experience in adult ADHD. We focus on clarity, accuracy, and clear communication, ensuring you understand the outcome and its implications.
Where ADHD is not identified, this will be discussed openly and sensitively, with guidance on alternative explanations or support options where appropriate.
What happens next
Adults can access ADHD assessment at Cognition Care directly, without the need for a referral or preliminary screening call.
Once you book an assessment, we’ll ask you to complete a small number of pre-assessment questionnaires and provide relevant background information. These help your clinician prepare and ensure the assessment time is used effectively.
During the assessment, your clinician will explore your history and current experiences in depth and discuss findings and recommendations with you.
Where appropriate, this may include discussion of treatment options such as medication, ADHD-focused coaching, or both.
Why Choose Cognition Care?
At Cognition Care, we support both children and adults through the complexities of ADHD with care, professionalism, and clinical expertise. Whether you’re a parent seeking answers for your child, or an adult navigating challenges in work, relationships, or everyday life, our approach is shaped around your individual circumstances.
Every assessment is delivered with insight and discretion — ensuring developmental appropriateness for children, and depth and relevance for adults. We take the time to understand the whole picture, not just symptoms, so that any recommendations are thoughtful, proportionate, and clinically appropriate.
Following assessment, we provide personalised recommendations based on need. This may include guidance for school or workplace adjustments, ADHD coaching, or — where indicated — carefully managed medication initiation and titration, delivered in line with clinical best practice.
Ongoing support and aftercare
We don’t consider our role to end at diagnosis. Where appropriate, we offer structured aftercare to support the implementation of recommendations - including follow-up clinical reviews, medication monitoring, ADHD coaching, or practical guidance to help individuals and families move forward with confidence. Our focus is on continuity of care and helping people take informed next steps, without unnecessary appointments or pressure.
We’re here to guide you, or your child, with transparency, professionalism, and a commitment to care that extends beyond assessment.
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