Explore the differential diagnosis of adult ADHD and the comorbidities that commonly present alongside it. Dr. Mohamed Abdelghani shares practical considerations for recognising overlapping symptoms in clinical practice.

Why does ADHD matter in primary care? Dr. Peter Mason explains the real-world impact of under-recognised ADHD and why addressing it can improve outcomes for both the patient and the service provider.

A practical, primary-care guide to post-diagnostic ADHD management aligned to NICE guidance. Covers medication and non-medication options for adults and children, plus common concerns and side effects. Concludes with how shared care works in practice (monitoring in primary care with specialist review).

A concise, case-led overview of best-practice shared care for ADHD, focused on what “good” looks like in day-to-day primary care. Highlights why shared care matters, how it benefits patients and services, and how to manage common real-world problems.

Chapter 1 of Bridging the GAP has the following learning objectives: 

1. To understand that ADHD is a lifespan condition persisting to adulthood
2. To acknowledge the global prevalence of adult ADHD
3. To recognise the diagnostic criteria for and clinical presentations of adult ADHD  
4. To improve recognition of adult ADHD, particularly in girls and women  
5. To be aware of appropriate referral pathways for adults with ADHD 

Chapter 2 of Bridging the GAP has the following learning objectives:

1. To grasp the potential aetiological and/or neurobiological bases for the variation observed in the presentation of ADHD between individuals and across the lifespan
2. To understand that genes and their interaction with the environment play a substantial role in causing ADHD and recognise environmental correlates with ADHD
3. To be aware of the structural, functional and chemical neurobiological correlates of adult ADHD

Chapter 3 of Bridging the GAP has the following learning objectives: 

1. To recognise the multi-faceted negative impact that untreated ADHD can have on adults  
2. To be aware of the positive aspects of ADHD reported by some patients