Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) share many commonalities. Up to half of children with ASD have symptoms of ADHD, and a quarter of children with ADHD will have symptoms of ASD.

Despite the overlap between ADHD and ASD, there are distinct differences, and I will highlight five central ones here.

I explain how to reduce oppositional responses from your child

I discuss myths and facts around ADHD