Who is this course for?
Parent/carers of pre-teens and teens aged 12-15 yrs (or 11 yrs and already at secondary school) with a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of ADHD and/or Autism.
A basic knowledge of ADHD and/or Autism is assumed.
Every course is bespoke to the needs of each group. Learning outcomes include:
- Understanding the challenges faced by Autistic and ADHD teens
- Helping your teen to understand themselves better and develop their identity
- Exploring your parenting style and how this may impact your teen
- Considering the importance of communication and empathy
- Using positive behaviour strategies which work for teens
- Supporting your teen to develop healthy relationships with others
- Understanding why your teen is more likely to feel anxious or angry
- Developing strategies to help them manage and regulate emotions
- Spotting the signs of secondary mental health disorders
- Understanding how to manage growing levels of independence safely
- Building a positive, collaborative relationship with school
- Planning for the future
- Signposting to useful resources and local support networks
When and where will the course take place?
On Tuesdays from 9th September - 14th October 2025, 10 am to 12 pm.
This course will be delivered online via Zoom with a maximum of 14 participants.
It will run as a series of 6 x 2 hour sessions over 6 weeks. All sessions must be attended.
** This course is funded by Hertfordshire County Council's Targeted Parenting Fund and is open to residents of Hertfordshire only **
THESE SESSIONS ARE NOT RECORDED
