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George Still Forum – ADHD and related neurodevelopmental disorder group

Time slot
Monday 11 May 2026 - 13:45-16:00
Room
Hall 8B
Session type
Specialty group session

Programme

George Still Forum - National Paediatric ADHD and related Neurodevelopmental Disorder Network Group.

Understanding and supporting children with neurodevelopmental concerns or diagnoses with 'EPIC': the power of Psychoeducation. Professor Sinead Rhodes, Institute of Neuropsychology and Cardiovascular research, University of Edinburgh.  

Abstracts:

  • An Audit Exploring Factors Behind a ‘No Diagnosis’ in ADHD
  • ADHD management in primary care: an online survey of clinicians’ knowledge, attitudes and practices
  • Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder in a South Cumbrian Paediatric Population: a retrospective cohort study
  • A Multidisciplinary skill mix of Autism Assessments in meeting Demand-Capacity
  • Dealing with long waiting times for ADHD and mitigating risks
  • Enhancing early detection of autism: Importance of integrating red flag signs into child health developmental records.
  • Community Paediatric triage toolkit for Preschool & school age Autism assessments.

Speakers

  • Dr Neel Kamal - Consultant, CHCP
  • Dr Hani  Ayyash - Consultant Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician, Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
  • Dr Suresh Nelapatla - Consultant, HCRG Care Group 
  • Dr Deepak Upadhyay - Consultant, North Cumbria ICT
  • Prof. Sinead Rhodes - Professor, University of Edinburgh
  • Dr Jayantha Parera - Consultant, University of Edinburgh
Clinical: Community and public health Clinical: Mental health and neurodiversity Clinical: Sub-specialty