ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?BBC Panorama reported today that adults suffering from ADHD are diagnosed by private clinics through insecure video calls. This is a pity especially as NICE guidelines require rigor from qualified, regulated health professionals.If your GP asks you to undergo an NHS assessment in England the U… Read More

ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountAn investigation conducted by BBC Panorama is holding private clinics that diagnose ADHD to account. It is claimed that private clinics over-diagnosing ADHD.Many people are seeking a private diagnosis of ADHD because they believe they cant wait for an NHS referral. Referrals from your GP can take a… Read More

ADHD Assessment in the UKA thorough ADHD evaluation is usually an extremely thorough procedure. A psychiatrist will determine if your symptoms are causing significant impairment, and will rule out other conditions like depression or thyroid. They can also request old school records as well as other evidence.It is essential that the person who is as… Read More

ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?People with adult ADHD are being diagnosed on the NHS by unreliable video call assessments in private clinics, according to a report today in BBC Panorama. This is a pity, especially since NICE guidelines require rigor by certified, licensed healthcare professionals.If your GP recommends an NH… Read More

How to Get an ADHD AssessmentMany ADHD assessments are conducted with a psychiatrist. They’ll want to know about your general mental health, family history and any other symptoms you may have. They’ll also need to see any old school reports you might have.It is possible to access an NHS diagnosis through the ‘Right to Choose� Read More