Watch: 'Understanding Neurodiversity' talk series – Third episode on ADHD

Sarah Warley, Founder of The Key Clinic, along with Cynthia de Maria, Senior Biomedical Practitioner, led the penultimate webinar in The Duke's Club Neurodiversity series. The session commenced with an examination of ADHD's signs and symptoms. Sarah elucidated that, although ADHD is most frequently diagnosed in children under the age of 12, the incidence of diagnosis in adults has markedly increased.

Sarah delineated the primary symptoms of ADHD into two groups: inattentiveness, and hyperactivity & impulsiveness, observing that cases with pronounced hyperactivity are often identified earlier. Sarah emphasised the involuntary nature of ADHD, highlighting the significance of understanding and empathy towards individuals diagnosed with the condition. The discussion then moved to the challenges faced by children with ADHD, such as difficulties with sleep and social interactions, before addressing adult-specific issues, including problems with concentration, task completion, addiction, and stress management.

The webinar also covered potential causes and associated factors of ADHD, highlighting premature birth and low birth weight as risk factors, and noted the gender disparity in diagnoses. Finally, Sarah and Cynthia presented The Key Clinic's approach to ADHD treatment, which eschews medication in favour of supplement and nutrient therapy and NeuroMature, a programme designed to address the underlying causes of ADHD.

If you or someone you know is navigating the challenges of ADHD, The Key Clinic offers a compassionate, innovative approach to support and change the trajectory. You are not alone. Reach out to us today to discover how our specialised therapies, including supplement and nutrient therapy and our NeuroMature programme, can make a difference.

Contact admin@thekeyclinic.co.uk now or call us on 01635 761565 to take the first step towards understanding and managing ADHD symptoms more effectively.