Children’s ADHD and Autism Assessments
The children’s and young people’s neurodevelopmental pathway offer autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments.
“What is the ADHD and Autism service?”
The neurodevelopment service is a specialist service for children and adolescents that offers:
- diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- a neuroaffirming approach which includes personalised recommendations to support needs and recognise strengths
- signposting to partner agencies and other organisations for additional support
“How old does my child have to be for an assessment?”
Autism assessments are offered for children aged 5 to 18 in Rotherham.
ADHD assessments are offered for children aged 7 to 18 in Rotherham.
“How does my child get an assessment?”
Referrals can only be sent by schools or education settings.
If a child or young person is electively home educated, referrals can be made by the Electively Home Educated team or Education Inclusion Services.
As part of the referral process, schools must complete the “Tree” form. This form must be downloaded and completed. The extra information should be filled in together by the school and the parent or carer.
Referrals cannot be accepted from parents, carers, young people themselves, or extended family members.
All people with parental responsibility must give their consent before a referral can be made.
“What is the waiting time to be seen for an assessment?”
You can find the current waiting times for Rotherham’s Adult Services, including ADHD and ASD assessments on the RDaSH Website: RDaSH Rotherham Children Services Waiting Times
“I have a question about the Children’s ADHD and Autism Service.”
You can contact the service directly:
Rotherham
Tel: 03000 215 984
Email: rdash.rotherham-childrens-neuro@nhs.net
Visit their website: RDaSH Children’s and Young People’s Autism and ADHD Assessments
Open weekdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm, excluding bank holidays.
More information:
NHS ADHD in Children and Young People
NHS Signs of Autism in Children
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