Optimal Management of ADHD

Optimal Management of ADHD

Support That Goes Beyond Symptom Control 
The Optimal Management section is here to help you deliver more than just symptom relief
Explore expert-led content focused on improving long-term outcomes, reducing functional impairment, and enhancing quality of life for people living with ADHD
From treatment optimisation and shared decision-making to managing comorbidities and transitions, you’ll find practical tools, case-based insights, and guidance to support personalised, ongoing care—across all stages of the ADHD journey

Clinical Tools

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TOT
Treatment Optimisation Toolkit (TOT)

The Treatment Optimisation Toolkit (TOT) is an interactive digital programme in which healthcare professionals can explore appropriate treatment pathways for patients with ADHD, aged 6-17 years old.

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MAP
Management of Adult ADHD Pack (MAP)

The Management of Adult ADHD Pack (MAP) is an interactive digital programme that aims to help healthcare professionals further understand treatment pathways for adult patients (≥ 18 years) with ADHD.

Managing ADHD in Women

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Teenage girls and ADHD - helping them to live their best lives
ADHD and teenage girls - helping them to live their best lives

In this video Prof. Susan Young, explores ADHD in teenage girls—covering diagnostic challenges, symptom masking, and unique risks. Featuring case study discussions from Dr. Helen Tindle.

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Optimising the management of ADHD in Females: Clinical Considerations
Optimising the management of ADHD in females: Clinical considerations

Dr. Sara Binder and Dr. Joe Johnson discuss the considerations when managing female ADHD patients to ensure they are treated optimally.

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A woman’s journey with ADHD
A woman’s journey with ADHD

Dr. Sara Binder introduces one of her patient's journeys through marriage, motherhood and her career with ADHD.

Managing ADHD in Teenagers

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Dr Chris Abbott accompanied by a slide which summarise key points about "the trouble with transition"
Achieving continuity of care into adulthood for younger people with ADHD

Dr. Christopher Abbott leads a practical session on how to support adolescents with ADHD to maintain effective care into adulthood.  He explores why transition so often fails despite symptom persistence, highlights the real-world prescribing “drop-off” around ages 16–18, and shares actionable tools to improve continuity of care.

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Peter Hill accompanied by a slide explaining navigating ADHD into adulthood
Navigating ADHD from adolescence to adulthood

Follow Professor Peter Hill as he explores how ADHD symptoms can manifest from adolescence to adulthood (16–26). The complexities that come with this transition are detailed as well as practical advice to support a more effective transition into adulthood.

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Teenage girls and ADHD - helping them to live their best lives
ADHD and teenage girls - helping them to live their best lives

In this video Prof. Susan Young, explores ADHD in teenage girls—covering diagnostic challenges, symptom masking, and unique risks. Featuring case study discussions from Dr. Helen Tindle.

Managing ADHD in the presence of Autism

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Kobus Van Rensburg with a slide showing a venn diagram of overlap between ADHD and Autism
When ADHD and Autism co-occur

Kobus van Rensburg discusses ADHD and autism in youth, covering prevalence, diagnostic overlap, assessment strategies, comorbidity, differential traits, and emphasizes personalized, person-centred support approaches.

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When ADHD and Autism co-occur- Strategies for management

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ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders
ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders

Prof. Buitelaar discusses clinical diagnosis, overlap and implications for treatment of ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Substance Use and Addiction and ADHD

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Addiction and ADHD
The addictive brain and ADHD

Expert talk by Prof. David Nutt examining the intersection of addiction and ADHD, discussing neurobiological mechanisms, comorbidity, and treatment approaches, with clinical anecdotes highlighting diagnostic complexities, the role of dopamine, and the impact of stimulant therapy on substance use and behavioural addictions.

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ADHD and Addiction
ADHD and Addiction in the 'New World' – Prof. Gabriele Fischer

Prof. Gabriele Fischer presents on the link between ADHD and substance use disorder, gambling, and food addiction.

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ADHD and substance use disorder- a dual diagnosis: New consensus statement and clinical practice
ADHD and substance use disorder- a dual diagnosis: New consensus statement and clinical practice

Dr Peter Mason discusses the management of ADHD in people with substance use disorder, and summarises the conclusions of an expert consensus statement on this topic.

Managing ADHD in the presence of other Comorbidities

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Speaker Mischa Mockett accompanied by a slide showing classifications of Intellectual Disability
Understanding ADHD and intellectual disabilities

In this talk, listen to Dr Mischa Mockett and Dr Joe Johnson explore the complex overlap between ADHD and intellectual disabilities, offering a clinically grounded and highly practical guide for recognising, diagnosing, and managing ADHD in individuals with varying levels of cognitive impairment.

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Optimising treatment of ADHD in the presence of comorbidity

Dr. Caroline Bleakley discusses ADHD in teens, focusing on treatment optimization, physical health links, emotional dysregulation, comorbidities, benchmarking tools, medication strategies, and the importance of individualized, holistic care.

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Trauma- another layer of complexity

Dr. Duncan Manders and Dr. Sonia Gleeson discuss trauma’s impact on ADHD diagnosis and management, exploring neurobiological models, FASD, and advocating for trauma-informed, holistic assessment strategies.

Psychopharmacology of ADHD Medications

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Psychopharmacology of ADHD medications
Psychopharmacology of ADHD medications

Prof. David Coghill provides an overview on ADHD drugs action.

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Psychopharmacology of ADHD medications
Psychopharmacology of ADHD medications: how can we differentiate between them?

Dr. Giaroli explores the psychopharmacology of medications licensed to treat children and young people with ADHD.

Transition support from C&A to Adult services

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Dr Chris Abbott accompanied by a slide which summarise key points about "the trouble with transition"
Achieving continuity of care into adulthood for younger people with ADHD

Dr. Christopher Abbott leads a practical session on how to support adolescents with ADHD to maintain effective care into adulthood.  He explores why transition so often fails despite symptom persistence, highlights the real-world prescribing “drop-off” around ages 16–18, and shares actionable tools to improve continuity of care.

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Peter Hill accompanied by a slide explaining navigating ADHD into adulthood
Navigating ADHD from adolescence to adulthood

Follow Professor Peter Hill as he explores how ADHD symptoms can manifest from adolescence to adulthood (16–26). The complexities that come with this transition are detailed as well as practical advice to support a more effective transition into adulthood.

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Patient case study- Transitioning from CAMHS to AMHS with ADHD

A real-world ADHD journey: Watch how transition, treatment choices, and support can help shape outcomes for young adults.

Optimal Management of ADHD

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Joe Johnson accompanied by a slide showing a pie chart with patient response rates to different ADHD medications
Evidence-based treatment approaches for adults with ADHD

Dr. Joe Johnson provides an evidence-based overview of pharmacological treatment options for adult ADHD, focusing on why stimulants are typically first choice, what major analyses and guidelines suggest, and how to translate this evidence into practical treatment decisions in ADHD care.

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Goal based treatment strategies
Goal Based Treatment Strategies for ADHD in Adults

Dr. Kenny Handelman, a psychiatrist specialising in child, adolescent, and adult mental health, as well as an assistant clinical professor at a Canadian university, explores goal-oriented treatment approaches for adults diagnosed with ADHD.

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The impact of meta-analysis assessing the efficacy and tolerability of ADHD medications

Prof. Raja Mukherjee provides expert insight into the Cortese et al. meta-analysis, evaluating ADHD treatment efficacy and tolerability, and discussing clinical implications for personalised care and medication strategies.

Patient Resources

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Patient leaflet – Practical tips for adults with ADHD working from home
Patient leaflet – Practical tips for adults with ADHD working from home

This patient leaflet offers practical tips for adults with ADHD working from home, covering routines, task management, sleep hygiene, digital organisation, and strategies to improve focus, productivity, and wellbeing.

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Practical tips for ADHD
Pratical tips managing children from home

The patient leaflet provides practical tips for families with children who have ADHD, focusing on routines, visual aids, behaviour management, sleep strategies, sibling support, and techniques to prevent emotional meltdowns.

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ADHD checklist - Impact on daily living
ADHD checklist - Impact on daily living

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