The Autism Service

21/11/2025

𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗗𝗛𝗗 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀

Teenage years are challenging enough, but when ADHD is part of the picture, the signs can be subtle, misinterpreted, or simply missed altogether. Our Clinical Director, Dr Lisa Williams, has written a clear and insightful guide to help parents, teachers, and carers recognise the key indicators early.

From difficulties with focus and organisation to emotional regulation and social challenges, this article breaks down what to look for and why timely support matters.

If you work with young people, have a teenager at home, or simply want to better understand ADHD in adolescence, this is well worth a read.

Read the full article: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/news/adhd-signs-in-teenagers/

Raising awareness means getting the right support in place sooner and that can make all the difference!

Spot the key signs of ADHD in teenagers. Learn common symptoms, early indicators, and when to seek support to help your teen thrive.

18/11/2025

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀, 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺 𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲?

At The Autism Service, adults come to us for many reasons; difficulty concentrating, burnout, trouble with organisation, or simply the feeling that things have always been harder than they should be. A high-quality assessment can be life-changing.

✅ Gold-standard diagnostic process
✅ Experienced clinicians specialising in adult ADHD
✅ Clear, actionable recommendations
✅ Fast appointments with no waiting lists
✅ Nationwide clinics

Whether you’re seeking answers for the first time or revisiting an earlier diagnosis, our team offers a supportive and professional environment from start to finish.

Learn more or book an appointment: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/services/adult-adhd-assessment/

Expert ADHD assessments for adults. Get the support you need to manage your symptoms with our team.

13/11/2025

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝟱-𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲

We’re proud to share this fantastic feedback from Amanda, who recently used our service for an assessment:

“Incredibly thorough, highly organised and professional throughout the assessment. We were treated with constant respect, kindness and compassion. Everyone we dealt with was attentive and helpful. What can sometimes be a rather challenging and difficult experience, this couldn’t have been more different. I cannot recommend this organisation enough. Worth every penny.”

Comments like this genuinely matter, assessments can be daunting and our clinicians work hard to ensure every family feels supported, listened to and cared for from the first conversation to the final report.

Thank you Amanda! Your words mean a great deal to our team.

If you’re seeking a professional, compassionate Autism or ADHD assessment with no waiting lists, we’re here to help: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/contact/

12/11/2025

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗯𝘆!

Our mission has always been to make high-quality Autism and ADHD assessments accessible across the UK and Derby is the latest step in that journey.

Whether you’re seeking a diagnostic assessment, ongoing support, or simply advice on where to begin, our Derby team is here to help.

📍 Located in the heart of Derby
📅 Short waiting times
👩‍⚕️ Professional, compassionate clinicians

Learn more or book an appointment today: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/clinic/derby/

10/11/2025

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗗𝗛𝗗 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁?

Our free online tests can help you gain a better understanding of common traits and challenges. They’re quick, confidential and designed by clinicians as a useful starting point before seeking a full assessment.

Take your free online test today: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/tests/

Struggling to know if an assessment would be helpful? Our online tests have been written by our psychologists and get to the core of what ASD and ADHD are, and what they are not…

07/11/2025

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘆𝗱𝗼𝗻!

We’re delighted to announce our new Croydon clinic, extending our mission to make gold-standard autism and ADHD assessments accessible across the UK.

Our multidisciplinary team provides expert diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, with:

✅ No waiting lists
✅ Highly experienced clinicians
✅ Flexible appointment options

Families and individuals in Croydon and South East London can now access trusted support and clear answers sooner.

Learn more or book an assessment: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/clinic/croydon/

05/11/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱?

For many Autistic and ADHD individuals, everyday environments can sometimes feel overwhelming, bright lights, loud noises, strong smells or even certain textures can all trigger intense sensory discomfort.

In this article, Dr Lisa Williams, Clinical Director at The Autism Service, explores what sensory overload really is, how it affects both children and adults, and the practical strategies that can help manage it, at home, at school, and in the workplace.

Read the full article here: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/news/what-is-sensory-overload/

Understand what Sensory Overload is, its signs in Autism and ADHD, and discover effective ways to manage and reduce daily sensory challenges.

04/11/2025

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗴𝗼𝘄!

Our mission has always been to make high-quality Autism and ADHD assessments accessible across the UK and Glasgow is the latest step in that journey.

Whether you’re seeking a diagnostic assessment, ongoing support, or simply advice on where to begin, our Glasgow team is here to help.

📍 Located in the heart of Glasgow
📅 Short waiting times
👩‍⚕️ Professional, compassionate clinicians

Learn more or book an appointment today: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/clinic/glasgow/

30/10/2025

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲.

When a child refuses to go to school, it can leave parents feeling worried, frustrated, and unsure where to turn. For many children with autism or ADHD, the reason often lies in anxiety, sensory overload, or feeling misunderstood.

Our Clinical Director, Dr Lisa Williams, has written a thoughtful article explaining why school refusal happens and how parents can respond with understanding and practical support.

Read it here: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/news/child-refuses-school/

29/10/2025

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲!

Our mission has always been to make high-quality autism and ADHD assessments accessible across the UK and Newcastle is the latest step in that journey.

Whether you’re seeking a diagnostic assessment, ongoing support, or simply advice on where to begin, our Newcastle team is here to help.

📍 Located in the heart of Newcastle
📅 Short waiting times
👩‍⚕️ Professional, compassionate clinicians

Learn more or book an appointment today: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/clinic/newcastle/

22/10/2025

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗗𝗛𝗗?

It’s an exciting milestone but also one that can bring new challenges. From managing deadlines and social expectations to maintaining focus and structure, the transition can feel overwhelming at times.

Our latest blog offers practical tips and advice from clinicians on how to prepare, stay organised and get the right support from the very start of your university journey.

Read it here: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/news/adhd-and-university-tips-for-starting-your-first-year/

Starting university can be daunting, especially for those with ADHD, our guide provides helpful tips on how you can settle into university.

21/10/2025

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀!

We’re delighted to announce our new Leeds clinic, extending our mission to make gold-standard autism and ADHD assessments accessible across the UK.

Our multidisciplinary team provides expert diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, with:

✅ No waiting lists
✅ Highly experienced clinicians
✅ Flexible appointment options

Families and individuals in Leeds and West Yorkshire can now access trusted support and clear answers sooner.

Learn more or book an assessment: https://www.theautismservice.co.uk/clinic/leeds/