Professionals working with children and young people with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) have benefited from a training workshop staged by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
The event was designed to assist professionals from various backgrounds, which included nurseries, schools, educational psychology service and youth offending teams, in helping youngsters who have ADHD to cope with the condition in everyday life.
Comments received from those attending the Council-led workshop, held at the Fry’s Conference Centre, Keynsham, earlier this month, included:
- “Very useful information from a wide range of professionals. Gave me lots to think about and improved my understanding of living with ADHD and its implications.”
- “Really useful to broaden my knowledge especially of outside support available. I have learnt many tools that I can take back to school.”
- “I really like training that brings together people from different areas of children’s services. This sharing of information and experiences is invaluable.”
Councillor Nathan Hartley (Lib-Dem, Peasedown), Deputy Leader of Council and Cabinet Member for Early Years, Children and Youth, said: “It’s a priority of Bath & North East Somerset Council to improve the life chances of children and young people. Therefore we’re pleased to be able to assist those dedicated staff in helping youngsters with ADHD to overcome barriers caused by the condition.
“This worthwhile initiative builds upon the success of a similar event last year. It should equip the professionals with the knowledge and support required to provide an even better service for our children and young people who are living with ADHD.“