ADHD in Children
A child who cannot sit still, loses everything, interrupts constantly or melts down over small things is not simply naughty or lazy. Sometimes it is ADHD. The Meeting Matters assesses and supports children with attention and hyperactivity difficulties in Islamabad and online across Pakistan, with practical strategies for parents and for school.
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Signs of ADHD in Children
Common signs include trouble paying attention to tasks that are not exciting, losing belongings, forgetting instructions, constant movement, interrupting or blurting out, difficulty waiting a turn, and strong frustration. Girls and quieter children are often missed because they daydream rather than climb the furniture. Many children show some of these traits, so what matters is how often, how intensely and how much it affects school, home and friendships.
How Assessment Works
Assessment is a structured clinical interview with parents about the child's development and behaviour across home, school and friendships, together with time with the child. Teacher input is often helpful. The aim is an accurate picture, which also checks for other explanations such as anxiety, learning difficulties, sleep problems or stress at home that can look like ADHD.
What Helps
Parent training in consistent routines, clear instructions and positive reinforcement is one of the most effective supports. Therapy with the child builds emotional regulation, organisation and frustration tolerance, and school strategies such as seating, task breaks and written instructions make the classroom easier. We are psychologists and do not prescribe medication. If a medical opinion would help, we will say so and you can discuss it with a paediatrician or psychiatrist.
Support at School and Home
We help you talk to teachers about what your child needs and give you simple tools for homework, mornings and bedtimes. Remedial support for learning difficulties is available where attention problems sit alongside them.
When to Seek Help
Consider an assessment if difficulties have lasted six months or more, appear in more than one setting, and are affecting grades, friendships or family life. Earlier support tends to protect a child's confidence.
Meet Therapists Who Can Help
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Tasmia Asghar
Clinical Psychologist, CBT, DBT & NLP Therapist
Ayesha Tariq
Clinical Psychologist — Relationship, Couples & Marriage Counselor
What Our Clients Say
“I had a really great experience at Meeting Matters Clinic in F-11. The therapists here are highly professional aur unka ravaiya bohat supportive hai. It's not easy to find a safe space for mental health, but yahan ka mahol bohat pur-sakoon…”
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“I am truly grateful to Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and the team at Meeting Matters. I reached out during one of the most difficult periods of my life while dealing with grief and trying to be the best parent I could be for my children. Ms. Tasmiya's…”
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“I was experiencing gender dysphoria, and my father took me to see Dr. Ayesha Tariq for therapy. So far, I have completed 15 sessions with her. During this time, she has helped me understand and process my emotions in a healthier way and has…”
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15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust
The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 — over fifteen years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families across Pakistan and around the world. Our psychologists are trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.
Explore Our Full Range of Services
Alongside specialist support for this concern, you have access to our full range of services — the same experienced team, available online or in person:
Individual Therapy
One-to-one online counseling and therapy for anxiety, depression, stress and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Online relationship counseling for communication, conflict and rebuilding trust.
Marriage Counseling
Online marriage counseling for couples working through distress or disconnection.
Premarital Counseling
Guided conversations before marriage, available online.
Family Therapy
Family counseling for communication, parenting and conflict resolution.
Child Psychology
Child and adolescent therapy with parent guidance.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions from anywhere.
Corporate Mental Health Workshops
Workplace wellbeing programs for organisations.
Career Counseling
Support for career transitions and workplace stress.
Key Benefits
- Structured assessment, not a quick checklist
- Checks for anxiety, learning and sleep issues that mimic ADHD
- Parent training and behavioural strategies for home
- Guidance for working with teachers and the school
- Online or in-person in Islamabad
- Honest advice on when a medical opinion would help
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