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When you suspect ADHD in your child, it is not always clear who to turn to. GP, child psychiatrist, psychologist, paediatric neurologist: each has a role. Here is the usual pathway. Knowing everyone’s role helps you move through the process more quickly.
This is your first point of contact. They listen to your concerns, examine the child, look for other possible causes and refer to a specialist if needed. They often know the child’s and the family’s history, which is invaluable.
They also provide long-term follow-up.
The article ADHD: the role of the GP covers this question in detail.
They can identify difficulties, advise parents and give their opinion on setting up a PAP. They are an important link between the family, the school and the healthcare professionals.
This point is explained step by step in ADHD: the role of the school doctor.
The diagnosis is made by a doctor trained in ADHD. Today, these are mainly paediatricians, psychiatrists, in particular child psychiatrists, and neurologists, in particular paediatric neurologists. Waiting times for an appointment can be long: register early.
The HAS has recommended extending these skills to other trained doctors, such as general practitioners.
These questions are covered in Child psychiatrist and ADHD and in Paediatric neurologist and ADHD.
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They carry out assessments that evaluate attention, executive functions and intellectual abilities. They do not make the medical diagnosis, but provide valuable information. Their assessment also helps to adapt school arrangements.
We explain this point in detail in Neuropsychological assessment and ADHD.
They can support the child and the family, offer cognitive behavioural therapy or run a parent guidance programme. Their support is often valuable for the whole family.
This topic is covered in our page Psychologist and ADHD.
Depending on needs, the speech and language therapist, the psychomotor therapist or the occupational therapist may get involved, particularly in the case of associated disorders. These professionals intervene according to the needs identified during the assessment.
You will find more details in the article ADHD and dys disorders.
Medico-psychological centres, medico-psycho-pedagogical centres, hospital departments, coordination platforms: several facilities can welcome families, often with waiting times. Your doctor can direct you to the most suitable facility.
Our article ADHD: finding an available professional complements this advice.
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The GP or the paediatrician. The GP refers.
A doctor trained in ADHD, such as a child psychiatrist or a paediatric neurologist. A specialist makes the diagnosis.
No, but they can support the child and the family. Other professionals complement the care.
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