Unit 11 Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – ADHD

This unit is part of the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems and has the following learning outcomes and assessment criteria:

1. Understand the term ‘ADHD’
   1. 1.1 Define the term ‘ADHD’
   2. 1.2 Identify those most likely to be diagnosed with ADHD
2. Understand the causes of ADHD
   1. 2.1 Describe possible causes of ADHD
3. Understand how ADHD can affect the individual and others
   1. 3.1 Describe the ways ADHD affects the individual and their life
   2. 3.2 Explain how an individual’s ADHD may affect others
4. Understand the symptoms associated with ADHD
   1. 4.1 Give examples of the common symptoms associated with ADHD
5. Understand how ADHD may be managed
   1. 5.1 Describe ways in which others can help the individual with ADHD to manage their condition
   2. 5.2 Describe local resources and treatments available to an individual experiencing ADHD