Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people's behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse.

Sometimes ADHD was not recognised when someone was a child, and they are diagnosed later as an adult. The symptoms of ADHD may improve with age, but many adults who were diagnosed with the condition at a young age continue to experience problems.

People with ADHD may also have additional problems, such as sleep and anxiety disorders.

Adults with ADHD may find they have problems with:

  • organisation and time management
  • following instructions
  • focusing and completing tasks
  • coping with stress
  • feeling restless or impatient
  • impulsiveness and risk taking

Some adults may also have issues with relationships or social interaction.

The Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Adult ADHD service is a specialist service that provides assessment and diagnosis of ADHD and its core symptoms in adults.

The service is available to adults registered with a GP in the Black Country.

The ADHD service does not provide treatment or support for other known mental health issues and is not an emergency response service.

  • Try to get a good night’s sleep by turning off electronic devices, such as mobile telephones or tablet computers, an hour before sleep.
  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, with enough fresh fruit and vegetables.
  • Get regular exercise, this could include a brisk walk.
  • Worried, stressed or anxious? Talk to someone about it; don’t bottle it up problems or worries.
  • Got too much to do? Break down tasks or work in small chunks or steps, take your time.
  • If it helps create a routine in your daily life. If structure works for you – use it. Try setting reminders.
  • Try and find or do a hobby. This will encourage you to learn maybe a new skill and can help make new friends.
  • Focus on the positives in your life, not the negatives. Nobody is perfect, but everybody has strengths and skills.

NHS Talking Therapies offers brief psychological therapy for people experiencing common mental health problems such as depression, low mood, anxiety and stress.

We provide a variety of services including;

  • Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (Silvercloud)
  • 1:1 CBT sessions (telephone, video or face-to-face appointments)
  • Counselling for depression
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Group sessions
  • Employment advisors
  • Signposting / Referring to other services

We work with the following conditions:

  • Generalised Anxiety Disorder
  • Stress
  • Low mood and depression
  • Panic Disorder
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Phobias
  • Health anxiety
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Social anxiety
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Low self-esteem
  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
  • Pre and post-natal wellbeing concerns
  • Dealing with difficult life events
  • Living with a long-term health condition

We do not offer:

  • Diagnosis
  • Medication
  • Treatment for individuals currently already receiving psychological therapies treatment from another mental health service or on a waiting list for mental health treatment (excludes ADHD Service).
  • Emergency treatment for individuals in crisis and in need urgent help with mental health

Sandwell

  • aged 16+,
  • registered with a Sandwell GP Practice.

Self- referral by calling 0121 612 6650, 9AM-5PM, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays), or completing an online self-referral on our website: www.sandwelltalkingtherapies.nhs.uk

Dudley

  • aged 16+,
  • registered with a Dudley GP Practice or a resident of the Dudley borough.

Self- referral by calling 0800 953 0404, 9AM-5PM, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays), or completing an online self-referral on our website: Dudley Talking Therapies Service :: Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Wolverhampton

  • aged 16+,
  • registered with a Wolverhampton GP Practice.

Self- referral by calling 0800 923 0222, 9AM-5PM, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays), or completing an online self-referral on our website: www.wolverhamptontalkingtherapies.nhs.uk

Walsall

  • aged 17+,
  • registered with a Walsall GP Practice.

Self- referral by calling 0800 953 0995, 9AM-4:30PM, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays), or completing an online self-referral on our website: www.walsalltalkingtherapies.nhs.uk

We’re excited to announce the launch of the ADHD transition pathway, designed to ensure smoother transitions to adult ADHD services. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about this important update.

Key Features:

  • Referrals can now start at age 17 to ensure continuity of care.
  • Named contacts included on referral forms for clearer communication.
  • Young people with ADHD will be transferred to Adult ADHD service if they continue to have significant ADHD symptoms or other coexisting conditions that require treatment.
  • The transition will be planned in advance by both the referring and the receiving service, with the young person and, when appropriate, their parent/care involved in the transition planning.

Resources Available:

Submit your questions or feedback by contacting Piotr Gass, Strategic Commissioning and Transformation Leads, piotr.gass@nhs.net

Telephone: 01384 325 055

Email: aaa.enquiries@nhs.net

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