(Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Trust) This presentation was presented at ADHD Training Day at Dunston Hall in Norwich on 28 March 2014. The day is free for all staff and is kindly sponsored by Eli Lilly Neuroscience plus is supported by the Trust NDD Steering Group and the Postgraduate Department.

1. EVERYDAY LIFE WITH ADHD
NSFT Master Class: Adult ADHD
Dunstan Hall, Norwich
28th March, 2014
Yasir
Hameed
(MRCPsych)
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2.  Introduction
 Living with ADHD: What’s it like in there?
 Engagement with Services
 Experiences with Medication
 Supporting ADHDers and Carers

3. ADDAPT ABILITY CIC
 Programmes for:
 Adults with ADHD
 Professionals in support and
guidance roles
 Present the ADHD experience
“from the inside-out”

4. GENETIC INHERITANCE

5. “INVISIBLE ADHDER”
University Degree
Business Owner
No Criminal Record
No Addictions
Good Social Life
Credit: The American Judicature Society

6. NEUROBIOLOGICAL DIFFERENCE
Hyperactivity/Impulsivity
Inattention
Distractibility
ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY
Need for Stimulation:
 Low tolerance for boredom
 Reward driven
 Motivated by interest
 Response to immediate
demand

7. NEUROBIOLOGICAL DIFFERENCE
 Lack of “Filters”
 Struggle to Achieve Potential:
 Now is the only moment
 Applying what you know
 Low self esteem and confidence
 Emotionally reactive
or repressed
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8. ENGAGEMENT WITH SERVICES
 Knowledge Gaps:
 Myths & Misconceptions
 Lack of Confidence
 “You can’t be ADHD”
 Misdiagnosis
 Availability:
 Don’t know where to refer
 No specialist/clinic
 Transitional “No Man’s Land”
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9. EXPERIENCE WITH MEDICATION
 Perceptions:
 “The Miracle Pill”
 “Slave to the Meds”
 Challenges:
 Stigma
 Remember to take it!
 Realities:
 Level of response variable
 Cycle of trial and error
 Doesn’t address behaviours or habits
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10. SUPPORTING ADHDERS AND CARERS
The benefits of diagnosis – in their own words....
 Empowerment:
'Through a concrete diagnosis of ADHD, I now have
an explanation of my life story.'
 Knowing your strengths:
'A constantly distracted mind that jumps from one
idea to the next is also a mind that is rapidly giving
birth to new ideas and designing creative solutions to
life's problems.'
 Access to medication:
'Small changes around the house: bills paid, table
cleared, laundry done and put away.‘

11. SUPPORTING ADHDERS AND CARERS
 Positive perspective
of difference
 Re-establish trust in self
and capabilities
 Awareness of challenges
of environment
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Trey Ratcliffe

12. POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES OF ADHD
− Creativity
− Innovation
− Problem solving
− Imaginative design
− Intuition
− Highlight possibilities
− Hyperfocused on interest
− Enjoying the present
− Exploration
− Invention
− Pattern identification
− Unique perspective
Inattention:
− Quick response to
emergency
− High energy
− Entrepreneurship
− Positive risk taking
− Flexibility
− Enthusiasm
− Spontaneity
− Courage
− Independence
− Leadership
− Athleticism
Hyperactivity/Impulsivity:
− Deeply caring
− Dedicated
− Compassionate
− Resiliency
− Empathy
− Persistent
− Strong sense of justice
− Drive
− Sense of humour
− Optimism
− Passion
− Charisma
Emotional Sensitivity:
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13. “SUCCESSFUL ADHDERS”
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14. BENEFITS OF ADHD COACHING AND
THERAPY
 Realize Goals
 Reduce procrastination
 Support decision-making and prioritizing
 Expand perception of options
 Create ADD-appreciative accountability
 Develop New Skills
 Manage impulsivity and distractibility
 Improve time and self-management
 Personalize strategies and systems
 Learn to set boundaries
 Improve social and communication skills
 Manage conflict confidently
 Manage Emotional State
 Remove blame and shame
 Improve self-confidence
 Reduce overwhelm
 Empower self-image
 Reduce stress
 Control worry
 ADHD Education
 Learn about what ADHD is and is not
 Appreciate your strengths and unique gifts
 Discover personalized approaches
 Understand the criteria for a successful strategy
(Pete Quily – www.addcoach4u.com)

15. IS IT ADHD?
Asking the right questions:
 Are there issues with motivation?
 Are there great ideas and potential,
but no evidence of action or forward progress?
 Are important or urgent things left or forgotten
while immediate demands receive attention?
 Are new activities and projects started with
enthusiasm, but never completed?
 The “Story” throughout the lifespan

16. WHAT CAN YOU DO?
 Minimise issues
 Identify triggers
 Maximise strengths
 Engage interest
 Provide clear structure and routine
 Clarify deadlines and responsibilities
 Short term achievable goals
 Encourage reflection
 Return to what works

17. THANK YOU
 Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
 Lilly

18. CONTACT
Tel: 07855 298536
Email: info@rebeccachamp.co.uk
www.rebeccachamp.co.uk
Tel: 0845 200 1390
Email: info@addaptability.org
www.addaptability.org
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