ADHD Diagnosis - Why You Should Seek Help PrivatelyWith service wait times at an all-time high private adult ADHD assessments are becoming more popular. Those registered with a GP in England can use their 'Right to Choose' and opt to be directed to a private service.This allows patients to be assessed and diagnosed within a matter of months, as opp
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK it is your legal right to select who will conduct your NHS mental health tests. But not all healthcare professionals are qualified to determine ADHD.Panorama has received complaints from whistleblowers and patients who claim that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribe drugs without proper screening. We went un
ADHD Assessment in the UKA thorough ADHD assessment is generally a fairly comprehensive procedure. A psychiatrist will assess whether your symptoms cause significant impairment and will rule out other conditions such as thyroid or depression. They may also request old school records and other supporting evidence.It is essential that the person who
How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisMany patients seeking a diagnosis of ADHD are struggling with the strain of logjammed NHS waiting lists. Some patients are desperate for answers and are willing to pay private providers to give them with.However an earlier BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that many of these private clinics provide unreliab
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis PrivateADHD is a problem that affects many people and it's important to get diagnosed properly. If your GP refuses to refer you for an NHS assessment it is possible to be diagnosed privately.Certain doctors have preconceived notions about what someone suffering from ADHD might appear like. They might not want to refer you