Welcome to ADHD New Zealand
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ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
ADHD was previously known as Attention-Deficit Disorder (ADD). However, due to more research providing more understanding of its various aspects, in 1987, it officially became known as ADHD. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition (not a behavioural disorder) caused by the slower development of the frontal lobe, specifically the prefrontal cortex. |
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This "neurodevelopmental delay" to the prefrontal cortex makes automatically controlling and filtering attention, behaviours, and emotions so much harder. Other behaviours, such as restlessness, impulsivity or inattention, can also result from this delay.
To qualify ADHD as a disability, a child with a diagnosis of ADHD must have had measurable functional impairments (which show up as repeated poor performance in school), and an adult with a diagnosis of ADHD must have measurable functional impairments that keep them from working.
Without evidence-based treatment, on-going support, and appropriate accommodations, ADHD can result in co-occuring mental health conditions.
With evidence-based treatment, support, and appropriate accommodations, people with ADHD can thrive in productive and rewarding lives.
To qualify ADHD as a disability, a child with a diagnosis of ADHD must have had measurable functional impairments (which show up as repeated poor performance in school), and an adult with a diagnosis of ADHD must have measurable functional impairments that keep them from working.
Without evidence-based treatment, on-going support, and appropriate accommodations, ADHD can result in co-occuring mental health conditions.
With evidence-based treatment, support, and appropriate accommodations, people with ADHD can thrive in productive and rewarding lives.
Find out more about ADHD
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Get an indication of whether you might have ADHD with our ADHD self-screening tool for adults or find out how to get an assessment and diagnosis for ADHD.
Get tips on classroom management strategies for your school.
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Check out our extensive list of healthcare professionals to get your professional medical advice or support from organisations from across New Zealand.
Check out 15 good jobs for people with ADHD or meet like-minded people on our closed Facebook groups or at local meetup events.
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Find out more about ADHD. You may already know that for the estimated one in 20 New Zealander who have ADHD having ADHD has many benefits as well as challenges.
Our vision is to advance the ADHD community by providing practical information and support. See our five-year strategy and how we're implementing our strategy.
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