Inattention, impulsivity and distractibility tend to dominate discussion around attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

But children with ADHD can also be creative, delightful and innovative according to one of our State’s leading experts on this neurodevelopmental disorder.

Dr Brad Jongeling, Medical Head of the Child Development Service at the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) and Consultant Paediatrician, unravels the complexities of ADHD in this special two-part episode.

The series provides trusted advice on common child health concerns from leading experts at CAHS.

In this episode Dr Brad provides an insight into and understanding of the disorder in easy-to-understand terms.

The discussion covers:

• what to do if you are concerned your child may have ADHD.
• what’s involved with a diagnostic assessment.
• how it impacts individuals and families.
• the factors considered in an assessment.

Support options available to children and families impacted is also highlighted particularly supports available while waiting for an assessment.

Dr Brad draws on a wealth of experience in this field including work with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the National Health and Medical Research Council’s review of ADHD.

He is also involved with training registrars and students across Australia and at The University of Western Australia in developmental paediatrics.

This episode is hosted by broadcaster Dani Shuey and CAHS Coordinator of Nursing in Infection Prevention and Control, Danielle Engelbrecht.

Further information about the podcast series and full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://cahs.health.wa.gov.au/KidsHealthMatters

Kids Health Matters is proudly produced by CAHS which includes Child and Adolescent Community Health, Neonatology, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and Perth Children’s Hospital.

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