ADHD

Could my child have ADHD, and where do I start?

Prepare for a thoughtful conversation instead of diagnosing from a checklist.

October 9, 2026 · Little Wins editorial · Presentation updated October 12, 2026.

Bring specific observations

If attention, activity, or impulsivity concerns you, talk with a healthcare professional. CDC explains that ADHD diagnosis takes several steps and that other conditions can have similar symptoms. A busy afternoon or a social-media quiz cannot settle the question. Describe what you see, where it happens, and how it affects daily life.

Make an appointment note

Before the visit, write two or three examples in everyday language. Include what your child says is hard and what helps. Ask teachers or caregivers for their observations, without asking them to decide the diagnosis. Keep these notes private; the Parent Club is not a place to upload school reports or health records.

Ask about next steps

Useful questions include: What else should be considered? Who will carry out an assessment? What support can we try while we wait? Ask how to follow up if access or cost is a barrier. You can use a simple routine now without attaching a label to your child. Support should build on strengths as well as address difficulties.

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