ADHD Connect
Empowering Families Beyond
Diagnosis
ADHD Connect
Empowering Families Beyond Diagnosis
A practical, evidence-based education program in Perth that supports parents, sets children up for success and welcomes families even before a formal diagnosis.
Why ADHD Connect Matters
Parents tell us they want clarity, not just about the diagnosis, but about what to do next. ADHD Connect addresses that need by giving families the tools to understand, manage and thrive together. Informed by leading clinical guidelines, research shows that when parents are equipped to support their child, the outcomes improve across behaviour, learning and family wellbeing.
How It Works | Two-Part Group Talks
Part 1 - ADHD Demystified (60 mins + 15 min Q&A)
- What happens in an ADHD brain – the science behind the behaviour
- The meaning and impact of the diagnosis (no medical jargon!)
- Real-world explanations for school, home, and peer interactions
Flexible Support Options
Group Sessions
- Designed for parents of Smart Paeds patients but open to all
- $35 per person or $60 per couple (valued at $150 each)
- Combine learning with community and Q&A time
- Boost your long-term success with trusted ADHD support.`
MEET YOUR GUIDE
Jia Yong – Parent Educator & ADHD Guide
- B.A. (Psychological & Behavioural Sciences) (Hons), UWA | BSc Neuroscience
- Since 2009, she’s worked with under-served children and brings a hopeful, practical mindset to interventions
Jia is supported by Smart Paeds’ specialist paediatric team, so your learning is grounded in current clinical practice and empathy.
Why Parent Education?
Parents play a powerful role in shaping their child’s future, especially when it comes to ADHD. Smart Paeds’ ADHD Connect program empowers you with the knowledge and tools to boost your child’s social skills, academic success and overall wellbeing. Studies show that when parents are equipped with science-based strategies, outcomes improve significantly for both children and the family. Lengthy waitlists and limited clinic time make this kind of support even more vital.
Leading organisations like the Australasian ADHD Professional Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend parent education or behaviour therapy, as a central part of effective ADHD treatment.
Our educator, Jia Yong, delivers these sessions with deep compassion and practical wisdom. With a background in Psychology & Behavioural Sciences (Hons.) and Neuroscience (and as a parent of two children with ADHD) she brings both expertise and empathy. Since 2009, she’s worked with under-served families and continues to offer neurodiversity-affirming, tailored support backed by our specialist paediatric team.