Neurodevelopment

How we can help

The neurodevelopment service is a specialist service for children and adolescents that offers:

• diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• personalised recommendations to support needs and recognise strengths
• psychoeducation for autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
• signposting to partner agencies and other organisations for additional support
• support for other children and adolescent mental health service pathways if mental health or emotional wellbeing concerns arise

In Rotherham and Doncaster, we offer medication support and behavioural strategies for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

In North Lincolnshire, we refer to the Community Paediatric team for medication support and behavioural advice.

How to get help

The service has developed the “Tree” form to be used as part of the Neurodevelopmental Pathway referral process. This form and supplementary information is intended to be completed collaboratively, by the school and parent or carer together.

Please note: we cannot accept parental, self or extended family member referrals

If you have any queries or require advice regarding the submission of a referral to the pathway, please contact the local team below to book in a telephone consultation slot.

Patient self-care information

• Neurodevelopment pathway
• Neurodevelopment in children and adolescents
• Gender differences in child and adolescent neurodevelopment
• Sensory needs
• Supporting children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
• Supporting children and adolescents with autism

Your opinion

Tell us what you think of our service, simply visit our regional care opinion page and leave us your feedback:

• Rotherham neurodevelopment service feedback (opens in new window)
• Doncaster neurodevelopment service feedback (opens in new window)
• North Lincolnshire neurodevelopment service feedback (opens in new window)

Plan your journey

If you use public transport, the Traveline journey planner provides information about what services and times are available.

Page last reviewed: April 15, 2025
Next review due: April 15, 2026