So you have an ADHD diagnosis. What next? What can a psychologist offer?

Psychologists at Rose Park Park Psychology, are able to test for the presence of ADHD. Formal diagnosis of ADHD enabling the prescription of medication, is done by a psychiatrist. But many people have struggled in life and just want to understand what it means to have ADHD and what they can do to achieve their life goals.

After an ADHD diagnosis – Get started on psychological support as soon as possible.

Psychological intervention and support can start immediately. Psychological support will focus on building life skills with the aim to reduce a need for medication in the longer term.

Rose Park Psychology also offers sessions for individuals to learn core skills building like time management, procrastination, behaviour and emotional management; managing common co-occurring experiences such as anxiety and depression; and understanding the role of sleep, nutrition and exercise.

What does Psychological Support for Adults with ADHD look like? 

Our psychologists will make you and your individual issues central to the intervention, and give information in the following areas.

• What is ADHD? What is different about my brain? What are the implications?
• Should I consider medication? 
• Three important aspect of self-care for ADHD: Sleep, exercise and nutrition.
• Problems with sleep? How can you sleep better. 
• Nutrition: what should I be doing about my diet, supplements, binge eating.
• Exercise and the link with dopamine. How can exercise help my brain? 

There are many other possible life complications that can go along with ADHD:

Common Manifestations of ADHD:

• Depression, anxiety and others. How can I be aware of these issues?
• Learning difficulties: diagnosis, support and impact
• Oppositional behaviors
• Negative bias and sensitivity to rejection
• Masking, over tired and burned out?
• Over active mind. 
• Relationship and communication difficulties. 
• Planning, concentration and focus
• Perfectionism, motivation, keeping on task
• Managing time and deadlines. 
• Planning and making decisions. 
• ADHD and Hormones
• Emotional regulation: keeping calm and steady. 

What are some other resources to help understand ADHD, hear some tips and lived experiences and continue the learning journey?

Medical News Today Adults and ADHD 

Australian Psychological Society. Adults and ADHD 

Contact Rose Park Psychology

Please contact us on (08) 8333 0940 or email Email Us to explain your needs and find out more about our assessments, what they will cost, and how to book an appointment. Or book online.