The Interview Series
David Perridge, Head of Staff Development and Outreach, interviews Dr Mimi Kirke-Smith, our Head of HEART and Therapy about some of the diagnoses experienced by students here at West Heath. They explore the fundamental features of diagnoses such as ASD and ADHD, considering not just how they can impact on a young person's ability to engage with education, but also looking to identify strategies most likely to help young people succeed.
In this episode Dr Mimi Kirke-Smith gives us an introduction to ADHD. Together with David Perridge, she explores the varying forms this can take, and introduces some strategies through which young people can be given the support they may require.
In this episode Dr Mimi Kirke-Smith gives us an introduction to ASD. She explains the key facets experienced by those with a diagnosis, and explores some of the ways in which people can be most effectively supported.
