Children with ADHD may display inattentiveness where they will haveADHD Traits & Behaviour: Identifying Sensory Needs & Supporting Self-Regulation difficulty concentrating and focusing or hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Some children will experience both. The ability to recognise and help children to manage their sensory sensitivities is extremely important for their behaviour, social, emotional and mental health needs and for their learning. This workshop is written from a behaviour perspective, rather than a clinical one. It is suitable for staff, parents, adults, professionals and older young people with ADHD. During the session you will:
▪ Be aware of the typical traits for ADHD
▪ Develop an understanding of sensory dysregulation
▪ Have an appreciation of the causes of stress and anxiety for children with ADHD
▪ Understand the impact of poor emotional dysregulation
▪ Learn about how sensory experiences impact on behaviour and children’s learning
▪ Know how to help children and young people with ADHD have happier and calmer lives