18-25 Deaf Mental Health Assessment Service

• Who we help
• Concerns addressed

The National Deaf Child and Adolescent Mental Health (North) Service is running a Deaf Mental Health Assessment service for deaf adults aged 18-25.

This service provides an assessment/diagnostic service, with short term intervention sessions where appropriate.

Please note, this is a pilot service running from September 2024. The pilot service will cease taking referrals on 31 December 2025 or sooner should we reach our quota of referrals.

Who we help

• Young adults aged 18 – 25 in the Yorkshire and Humber area.
• Individuals with severe or profound hearing level, or those who use British Sign Language as their first or preferred language.

Concerns addressed

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Significant problems with language and communication.
• Concerns regarding emotional and behavioural management.
• Significant impact on daily life including employment, housing, education, and relationships.