ADHD is the most common neuropsychiatric condition in children and is estimated to affect 3-5% of adults in the general population. It is a disorder that is characterised by varying degrees of difficulties with sustaining attention, controlling impulses and elevated activity levels. Symptoms often appear in childhood and  ADHD is a pervasive disorder that causes significant problems with achievement at work and school, interpersonal relationships, financial security and mental and physical health.

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While ADHD in children is generally a well accepted and commonly diagnosed disorder. Adult ADHD is a disorder that is still gaining widespread acceptance. Thus, it is thought a minority of adults with ADHD are able to access adequate expertise for diagnosis and management. The treatments however have well documented safety and efficacy and can make a significant difference to an individual's life.

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Diagnosis and treatment of ADHD does, however, require a certain level of expertise as the condition is frequent associated and can be confounded with other disorder such as sleep disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma and other mental health conditions frequently present in the general population.

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In addition to the three core domains of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, many people with ADHD also experience problems with executive functioning. Executive functioning is a highly specialised set of functions that allow us to monitor our attention, focus, plan, organise information, remember instructions, and multitask. While not considered necessarily part of the ADHD syndrome, these symptoms are common in people with ADHD and can cause a significant amount of impairment. Thus, they also need to be assessed and managed in the course of treatment.

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