Aug 6, 2019
Melita Swaby, is working for one of the UKs leading charities supporting children, young people and their families. She is currently working on a project commissioned by CAMHS to support parents of children aged 6-18 who are diagnosed with ADHD awaiting diagnosis. She is a Youth Worker by background and yoga teacher, combining her passion for supporting young people with yoga practice to improve mental health.
0.44 - Main characteristics of ADHD- Inattentive, hyperactive, impulsive
3.25 - Exploring diagnosis, how these characteristics differ from normal, high energy in young children and misdiagnosis
6.05 - Challenges pre-diagnosis and post diagnosis
7.50 - How can we support children with ADHD better?
9.20- Parents Self-Care
10.10- ADHD Awareness Training in Schools, parents and children
11.20- The Spectrum- Difference between Autism and ADHD
12.40- Top 3 Tips for Parents managing children & young people with ADHD
14.48- Advice to parents on Screen time
17.05- Spirituality & Mental Wellbeing
To contact Melita or attend the Positive Parenting Service