When Teachers Understand ADHD: New Evidence Shows Classroom Change Can Help Close the Care Gap
ADHD Lifespan Clinic & Academy will present new findings at the 9th AADPA Conference showing that over 90% of teachers gained confidence in applying evidence-based ADHD strategies. The program improves recognition of ADHD, including masked presentations, and bridges the gap between education and clinical care through practical training, coaching, and digital learning.
- (1888PressRelease) June 29, 2026 - Sydney, Australia - A new evidence-based training program for teachers is demonstrating measurable impact in improving how Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is recognised and supported in schools -with implications for closing one of the most persistent gaps in care.
At the upcoming Australian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA) Conference, Amy Cheung (Co-Founder, ADHD Lifespan Clinic & Academy) and Professor Jeff Fletcher (Paediatrician) will present findings from the ADHD Training for Teachers course, showing that over 90% of educators report confidence in applying ADHD strategies, alongside significantly improved recognition of masked and less obvious presentations, particularly in high-functioning and female students.
“When teachers understand ADHD, we see a shift not just in classroom practice, but in trajectories for children who are often missed,” said Amy Cheung. The program moves beyond awareness to behavioural change in classrooms, equipping teachers with practical, evidence-based strategies that reduce escalation, improve engagement, and support student functioning in real time.
Importantly, the impact extends beyond the classroom. The model integrates:
• Coaching for sustained behaviour change
• Digital and virtual reality supports for real-world application
• A framework that connects education with clinical care pathways
This approach addresses a critical system issue:
many children with ADHD remain undiagnosed or unsupported due to gaps between education and healthcare systems.
“Teachers are often the first to notice-equipping them properly can significantly shorten the path to help,” said Professor Jeff Fletcher.
From Training to System Change
The presentation highlights a scalable model: Training → Mindset → Practice → Bridging the Care Gap
By embedding skills at the classroom level and linking them to broader supports, ADHD Lifespan Clinic & Academy is contributing to a more integrated, early-intervention ecosystem.
About ADHD Lifespan Clinic & Academy
ADHD Lifespan Clinic & Academy is an Australian-based service delivering integrated clinical care and workforce training to improve access to ADHD support across the lifespan. The Academy develops evidence-based programs for educators and professionals, while the Clinic provides multidisciplinary care.
Learn More
To learn more about the ADHD Training for Teachers program or to access resources, visit: https://adhdlifespan.com.au/academy/teachers-course-demo/pr/
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