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What is ADHD in adults? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that affects how people behave. People with ADHD may find it hard to pay attention. They may also fidget, talk a lot or not be able to sit still. Another symptom of ADHD is finding it...

What is ADHD in children? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common developmental disorder that affects how people behave. Children with ADHD may not be able to sit still. They may fidget, cut others off and act on impulse. They may find it hard to focus, finish tasks and follow orders....

What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Anyone can get Alzheimer's disease, but it is most common in older people. If you have Alzheimer's disease, you may find it hard to remember or plan things. Everyone's experience is different. There is no cure for...

What is autism in adults? Autism spectrum disorder (autism for short) affects how someone thinks, feels, acts and behaves with others. It is not unusual for someone who has autism to not have a diagnosis until they are an adult. Usually, a specialist called a psychologist or psychiatrist will ask you...

What is autism in children? Autism spectrum disorder (autism for short) affects how someone thinks, feels, acts and behaves with others. Signs can start as early as a few months after birth. Many children show signs by age three. Autism affects around one in 100 children. The causes aren’t fully...

What is childhood dementia? Childhood dementia is an umbrella term describing over 100 genetic disorders that damage the brain over time. Symptoms are similar to adult forms of dementia. Childhood dementia affects memory, behaviour, emotions and communication. There is no cure for childhood dementia. If you are worried your child...

What is chronic fatigue? Chronic fatigue syndrome (myalgic encephalitis) is a chronic disease that can affect many of the bodies systems. In most people it is a lifelong illness. People with chronic fatigue syndrome are not able to function the same way they did before they became ill. The cause...

What is dementia? Dementia causes a decline in brain function. It affects parts of the brain like memory, thinking, learning, language, swallowing and being able to go to the toilet. People with dementia may change the way they behave or react to things. There are a few forms of dementia....

What is it epilepsy in pregnancy? It is important to plan for a healthy pregnancy if you have epilepsy. Most women with epilepsy will have a good pregnancy and give birth to a healthy baby. Although, there are some risks. Having epilepsy may make it harder to get pregnant. Pregnancy...

What is frontotemporal dementia? Frontotemporal dementia is a brain condition which causes damage to the brain over time. This usually affects people aged between 45 and 65. These is no cure for this type of dementia but you can do things to manage your symptoms.

What are lewy body dementias? Lewy body dementias is an umbrella term describing two forms of dementia: Parkinsons disease dementia Dementia with lewy bodies This type of dementia can change how you think, move and behave. It can also change how your body functions. There is no cure for these...

What is mild cognitive impairment? Mild cognitive impairment is memory loss that is not a normal part of ageing. It affects up to 20% of people aged 65 years or older. You may notice your mind isn’t as sharp as it used to be. People who are close to you...

What is respiratory muscle weakness? Respiratory muscle weakness can be a serious problem for people who live with neuromuscular disease. The most common disease which often results in respiratory muscle weakness is motor neurone disease (MND). Your GP and care team will check for signs of respiratory muscle weakness at...

What is vascular dementia? Vascular dementia is a common type of dementia. It happens because of problems with blood supply to your brain. It can cause problems with your: Reasoning Planning Judgement Memory Thinking If you have diabetes, have lived with obesity, have high blood pressure or smoke you are...

What is vertigo? Vertigo is a type of dizziness. If you have vertigo, you may feel like the room is spinning around you. You can feel unbalanced, light-headed, like you are about to faint or like you are swaying. You may also feel nauseous or like you are sweating. Feelings...

What is younger onset dementia? Younger onset dementia is when you are diagnosed with dementia and aged under 65 years old. It is sometimes called early onset dementia. Dementia is a bran condition that can affect your thinking. You can live an active and fulfilling life for many years after...