Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety - Support Provided by NI-ADD

Mr J Spratt asked the Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety for his assessment of the support provided by NI-ADD to the parents of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

(AQW 3454/10)

Minister of Health, Social Services and Public Safety: NI ADD provides a Parenting Programme, a specially designed 10 week programme to meet the complex needs of families affected by AD/HD. The organisation also provides an Individual Counselling Service provided within a caring and supportive environment for adults experiencing difficulties relating to the impact of AD/HD.

A wide range of support and information is also provided to parents of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder through their Telephone Helpline, Advocacy service, Information service, Monthly Support Meetings and Library service.