A STUDENT at a North-East university has undertaken a project to help hyperactive children to understand their condition better.

Laura Hepburn, 23, from Brotton, was inspired by the work of Professor Steve Baldwin, who set up a clinic specifically to provide alternatives to the drug Ritalin at the University of Teesside.

The professor died in the Selby rail crash, but following a donation from his family the clinic was re-opened two years after his death.

The news was seen by Teesside graphic design student Ms Hepburn, who decided to use her final year project to help those suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

"My project aims to let children communicate and my pack includes a journal where children can describe their feelings, which is paramount," said Ms Hepburn.

"It means children can record their feelings and emotions, enabling their families and the clinic's counsellors to understand more and help diffuse the ignorance of ADHD."

The project pack also includes a mug, a bag, a yo-yo, and an information leaflet.

Ms Hepburn said: "Professor Baldwin's family have seen my project and want to fund it. I am really pleased."