1. Parent or guardian enquiry
Contact NeuroPath to discuss ADHD, autism or both and ask questions about the available routes.
Child and young-person assessment pathway
Combined ADHD and Autism Assessments for Children
NeuroPath provides information about clinician-led combined ADHD and autism assessment pathways for children and young people across the UK. A combined enquiry can help a family discuss both questions, while each is considered separately in the clinical process.
Making an informed enquiry
When both questions may be relevant
A family may wish to discuss ADHD, autism or both when a child’s experiences are complex or overlap. A combined pathway does not predetermine any outcome. It gives the clinical team a starting point to consider the child’s history, context and the most appropriate individual approach.
What the team may discuss
- The family’s concerns, the child’s strengths and the impact on daily life
- Relevant developmental, education, health and family history
- Whether parent, carer, school or other informant perspectives may be helpful
- Consent, communication needs and practical arrangements for the pathway
The assessment process
How a family enquiry can progress
2. Information discussion
The team explains the information that may be useful and the current scope before an assessment is arranged.
3. Coordinated planning
The clinician confirms the appropriate approach for each clinical question within the agreed pathway.
4. Clinical outcome
Any conclusion, report or follow-up follows the completed clinical process and is considered individually.
Common questions
Before you enquire
Does a combined pathway mean two diagnoses?
No. ADHD and autism remain separate clinical questions. A combined pathway does not determine an outcome.
Can the school be involved?
Where relevant and with appropriate consent, school information may be considered as one part of the wider clinical context.