ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have the legal right to choose who provides your specialist NHS mental health examinations. However, not all healthcare professionals are trained to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has been told by patients and whistleblowers that some private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing medications frequently without proper e
How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisThe NHS is not able to diagnose ADHD in a lot of patients due to the long waiting lists. Some are in desperate need of answers and willing to pay private firms for their services.However an earlier BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that many private clinics are handing out inaccurate assessments. This has c
ADHD Assessment in the UKAn ADHD assessment is usually a pretty thorough process. A psychiatrist will determine whether your symptoms are causing significant impairment, and rule out other conditions such as thyroid or depression. They might also request older school reports or other evidence.It is vital that the person assessing you is an ADHD exp
How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisMany patients seeking a diagnosis of ADHD are struggling under the strain of logjammed NHS waiting lists. Some patients are desperate for answers and will pay private providers to provide them with.However, a recent BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that many private clinics are providing inaccurate assessm
ADHD Assessment in the UKAn ADHD assessment is usually an extremely thorough process. A psychiatrist will evaluate whether your symptoms are causing significant impairment and rule out other medical conditions such as thyroid or depression. They might also request old school records or other evidence to back up their claims.It is crucial that the p