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Cork branch Facebook page is live

We are pleased to highlight the first social platform dedicated to the ADHD Ireland – Cork region where you can stay up to date with everything that will be happening in the area and also build a relationship with us, ADHD parents, adults or professionals in the south-west region.

Currently, there are online fortnight support groups for parents, men’s groups and park branch meetings for families happening once a month but we can assure you more interesting and fun activities are on the way! (if you wish to access current events, please click HERE)

We are not going to spoiler what is coming up, but to keep up to date on the Cork region events, groups, courses and more we would like to invite everyone to follow the ADHD Ireland – Cork page HERE, plus if you can spread the word for us that ADHD Ireland – Cork Facebook page is up and running we would be grateful!

 

ADHD Ireland 25/07/2022

CORK Men’s Group – starting online & aiming to face to face meetings

We are delighted to announce our first Men’s support group focused on the Cork region for those with ADHD diagnosis and awaiting the diagnosis is happening on the 1st of August at 7:00 pm. The biggest goal of this group is to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable while supporting each other. There is a plan on moving the online session to face-to-face meetings in the nearest future, but this is only if there is an interest and willingness to do that!

About this event
Would you like to join our Men’s Support group online to discuss concerns, issues and experiences of ADHD in your relationships, education or work life. The group will be hosted online, on a  fortnight basis and the peer-to-peer sessions enable those experiencing the daily challenges of living with ADHD to offer support and guidance to each other. Please note this is a peer-to-peer support group, ADHD information sessions will be run separately.

The group is organised through Zoom online platform and is facilitated by our Adult Group Volunteers. Places are limited, so ensure that you register in advance to secure your place.

The ADHD Men’s Support Group Guidelines are as follows:

• Everything discussed within the group is confidential and not to be discussed outside the group

• Medication advice will not be given – ADHD Ireland are not clinicians and not qualified to moderate discussions on medication

• Everyone will be given an opportunity to speak, if they wish to do so, however, there is no obligation on anyone to speak

• Anonymity is important, particularly for online groups, therefore usernames only should be used and not actual names

• Be respectful in allowing other people a chance to speak, try and avoid speaking over each other

• Feedback can be given after the group by email to [email protected]

Log in details will be emailed to each participant once you have registered here on Eventbrite. Once you have registered for a place in the group that will secure your place and you can then log in on the evening at the start time.

NOTE: Please do not register if you think you cannot participate in the session because places are limited and it may take up a space that someone else would like to use.

Please, click HERE to see all updates on what ADHD Ireland – Cork is offering currently

To register for the Men’s group, please click HERE

ADHD Ireland 21/07/2022

Research – Development of a Childhood Sleep Scale by Maynooth University

We have partnered up with the Department of Psychology, Maynooth University to support Upasana Bondopadhyay, a doctoral student to create a finding on a sleeping scale topic. The results will help gain insight into the specific types of sleep problems that occur with ADHD and without to help equip doctors, psychologists and other clinical professionals with a straightforward way to include an assessment of sleep during consultations.

Purpose of the Study:

I am Upasana Bondopadhyay, a doctoral student, in the Department of Psychology, Maynooth University. I am undertaking a research study under the supervision of Professor Andrew Coogan, Department of Psychology, Maynooth University. The aim of this research is to develop a new questionnaire for reporting sleep problems in primary school-age children with and without diagnosed ADHD. This tool will benefit a broad range of professionals and support them with vital information including sleep issues while processing consultation.  As such we are seeking parents of children to participate in this research by completing a series of questionnaires.

Who is this research for?

This research is for parents of ADHD children and who do not have ADHD / 6-12 years old.

What will the study involve?

For your participation, you are requested to read and fill out an information and consent sheet, following which you will complete an online custom-made questionnaire which will take approximately 20 minutes. This questionnaire will include items regarding your child’s sleep and the impacts of any sleep problems, as well as questions about your child’s cognition (eg. attention, emotions) and some general questions about your child. After two weeks you will be requested to complete one specific set of questions again from the previous questionnaire to help us examine if the questions yield consistent results when completed more than once within a time interval. To thank you for your participation, after you have completed the questionnaire the second time after two weeks, we will present to you a 10 Euros One4all gift card.

Who has approved this study?

This study has been reviewed and received ethical approval from Maynooth University Research Ethics committee. You may have a copy of this approval if you request it.

If you are interesting in participating in the reaserch please click HERE to fill out the form.

 

ADHD Ireland 19/07/2022

 

 

Transition from primary to secondary school made easier

Great news for those who are taking the big step of moving to Secondary school!! Starting somewhere new can be a challenging experience for anyone, especially for 11/12 years kids/teens. We couldn’t be happier that this summer we can offer two options for them to make the transition process easier and enter the new chapter of their life prepared and full of confidence.

 

Transitioning from Primary to Secondary School 5-Week Programme based on BELONGING PLUS evidence-based programme

This online transitions programme for children transitioning from 6th Class to 1st Year aims to support your child in preparing for secondary school. Across five one-hour sessions, your child will learn about time management, organisation, study and rules; making friends, and looking after our physical and mental health. The sessions are discussion-based and interactive – children will be encouraged to share their opinion and find their voices. This programme is based on the Belonging Plus+ school’s programme.

100% of parents rated that their children had found the programme helpful and that they had enjoyed it. The children said:

“the discussion about something new and the uncertainty of secondary school,” 

“hearing other people’s experiences.”

“it made me feel happy”

“it was helpful and interesting”

“it was nice to know I wasn’t the only one experiencing some situations.”

Details:

  • Delivered by Emma McEnaney an Assistant Psychology assistant in the NHS, with a bachelor’s and masters degree in Psychology and extended experience working with neurodivergent children.
  • Starts | 26th of July at 11:00 am and runs for 5 weeks every Tuesday morning.
  • Price | Full price is €60 | Early Bird is €50
  • Only 15 places avaliable
  • This programme will take place on Zoom. All children will be asked to have their camera on, and it is asked that a parent or guardian be nearby their child while they are in the sessions. When you sign up for this programme, you agree to being contacted by the facilitator Emma via email.

Click HERE to register for Transitioning from Primary to Secondary School 5-Week Programme based on BELONGING PLUS evidence-based programme.

 

Transition to Secondary School Workshop

Shifting from being the oldest in the school to the youngest and in a completely new building is a shock to the system, not to mention the new teachers, subjects and trying to navigate a timetable. In this workshop we aim to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable them to have a smooth transition into secondary school and knowing what to expect in order to participate more effectively in school. We are hoping to have some sundry school students there to share their own experience with some time for a Q&A.

What we will work on:

  • Identifying Strengths.
  • Preparing for transitions.
  • Managing overwhelm.
  • Emotional regulation.

What you will learn?

  • Knowing what to expect.
  • How to break things down.
  • Asking for support.
  • Develop a strategy to stay on top of things.

What to expect?

  • Workbook sent ahead of the workshop.
  • Ice breaker activity.
  • Individual guided activity.
  • Break out rooms for partner activity.
  • Larger group participation.

Details:

  • This workshop is facilitated by Claire Twomey from Internal Connection. Claire is professional coach with extended social, mental health qualifications.
  • Starts | 27th of July at 7:00 pm and runs for 2 hours
  • Price | Full price is €35 | Early Bird is €25
  • This programme will take place on Zoom. All children will be asked to have their camera on. When you sign up for this programme, you agree to being contacted by the group coach Claire.
Click HERE to register for Transition to Secondary School Workshop

 

For all events, workshops, support groups and more please visit our Event section HERE

 

ADHD Ireland 05/07/2022

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