Support that fits your child, as they are
No two young people are the same. ADHD medication, behavioural support, strategies for home and school – we’ll help find what works.
Who needs support?
Navigating daily life
After a diagnosis for ADHD or autism, we start by helping young people and families build effective ways to help manage life at home and school. Our free content and parenting support is designed to help:
Structure routines and transitions
Apply personalised tools for sensory needs
Manage school with reasonable adjustments
Work through strong emotions or overwhelm
Free webinars while you wait for assessment
Waiting for an ADHD or autism assessment can feel daunting, but you're not alone. We've partnered with PACT (Parents and Carers Together CIC), a parent-led support charity, to offer free fortnightly webinars for families.
Understanding ADHD and autism assessments
A guided walkthrough of the assessment process – what to expect, how to prepare, and how you can support a child in your care.
- Free webinar for families ahead of their Noodle assessment
- Hosted by PACT (Parents and Carers Together)
- Every other Monday, 10am-11am
ADHD and autism drop-in
An informal space to get support – ask questions, share experiences, and connect with other parents and carers.
- Online drop-in for families
- Hosted by PACT (Parents and Carers Together)
- Every other Monday, 1pm–2pm
ADHD medication
Medication is just one tool to help manage ADHD. Some young people use it everyday, others for specific periods of time. Our clinicians will help you decide if medication is right for your child.
Medication can help with
Focus and attention
Hyperactivity
Emotional regulation
Routines and planning
Starting ADHD medication
For most children and young people, we only consider medication after families have explored other support options.
If medication is appropriate, we'll help your child find the right medication and dose across a 16-week period called 'titration'. Here's how it works:
- Step 1
Provide their medical history
We'll assess your child or young person's medical background and physical health to make sure it's safe and appropriate for them to start ADHD medication.
Right to Choose patients will need to complete a short educational programme about ADHD before moving forward with medication.
- Step 2
Speak to a clinician
Next, you'll meet with a clinician to discuss available medications, treatment goals and what to expect.
- Step 3
Start on a low dose
We start every child and young person on a low dose – this gives them time to adjust. You'll get clear guidance on when and how the medication should be taken.
- Step 4
Join regular reviews
You'll check in with a clinician every four weeks across a typical 16 week titration period. The clinician will make any adjustments to the medication to find the right dose.
- Step 5
Reach an optimal dose
After eight weeks of a stable dose, you and your child can decide how you'd like to get medication moving forward.
What happens after titration
There are two ways to access medication longer term.
Shared Care via the NHS
We can request a Shared Care Agreement with your GP. If they accept, they'll take over prescribing.
Prescriptions
Prescriptions are free for under 16s, and 16–18s in full-time education – otherwise, you’ll pay the standard NHS rate
Ongoing reviews
NHS-funded for Right to Choose patients
£275 per year for private patients
Private prescription
We can keep prescribing and carry out annual clinical reviews for your child or young person as a private patient.
Prescriptions
£440 per year for ongoing prescriptions and reviews
Medication
The cost of medication is not included – this is paid directly to the pharmacy
Free online resources
Access our growing library of free guides to build your understanding of an ADHD, autism or dual diagnosis. You can learn:
How ADHD, autism and AuDHD show up
How to talk to others about a new diagnosis
How to access support at school or college
Practical tools to support the whole family
'We've been on our ADHD journey for 6 years! My son was diagnosed with ADHD 3 years ago, and we've been waiting for medication ever since. I contacted Noodle a couple of weeks ago and my son has already been re-diagnosed and is on the pathway to medication.'
Your questions, answered
Will ADHD medication change someone's personality?
No, ADHD medication doesn't change who someone is. Many children and young people describe the effect like 'quietening' their brain, helping them think more clearly. If someone ever feels like it's flattening how they feel, our clinicians can adjust their treatment.
Are there side effects to ADHD medication?
ADHD medication is safe and effective for most children and young people, but like all medications, there are potential side effects, and everyone's experience is unique.
Please contact us immediately about any side effects, as we may need to stop medication to keep a child or young person safe: clinicalteamcyp@noodle.com
How will my clinician decide on ADHD medication?
We'll consider your child or young person's medical history, any other health conditions, and how they respond to treatment. It may take a few adjustments to find the right fit – that's what the titration process is for.
What if the first medication doesn't work?
This is common. If a medication or dose isn't right for a child or young person, their clinician will adjust their treatment. They may try a different dose or switch to a different medication.
Can ADHD medication be taken with another condition?
Your clinician will review a child or young person's full medical history before prescribing. They'll factor in any other conditions they have when recommending a medication.
Can't my child start ADHD medication sooner?
Our clinicians will discuss your options with you. In some cases, where ADHD is having a severe impact on life at home and school, we may be able to start titration sooner.
What support is available for autism?
While you’re waiting for an assessment, we offer free fortnightly webinars with PACT (Parents and Carers Together CIC) – a parent-led support charity.
Every other Monday, there’s a 10am session on what to expect from an assessment, and a 1pm drop-in to ask questions and connect with other parents and carers. We’ll email you the links to register when we accept your referral.
Looking for more answers?Explore medication types and side effects
Ready for the next step?
For families and young people seeking private care, it couldn't be easier. Simply register through our patient portal, then make a single secure payment to get started.
