ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?People with adult ADHD are being diagnosed on the NHS through unreliable video-call tests at private clinics, according to a report today in BBC Panorama. This is a shame, especially since NICE guidelines require rigor by qualified, regulated healthcare professionals.If your GP asks you to und… Read More
Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment PrivateA BBC Panorama investigation has sparked controversy over private ADHD assessments. The reporter who was undercover visited three private clinics that identified him as having ADHD, and he was given powerful stimulant medications without fully exploring his history or chatting with his famil… 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
ADHD DiagnosisADHD is a nagging condition. It can be a problem for anyone from childhood to adulthood.Some people pay privately for ADHD assessments and medication due to the fact that NHS wait times are at an all-time high. The recent documentary by BBC Panorama revealed that certain services were not up to standard.What is ADHD?Your psychiatrist … Read More
ADHD Diagnosis - Why You Should Seek Help PrivatelyWith wait times for service at an all time high, private adult ADHD assessments are becoming more popular. Those registered with a GP in England have the option of using their "Right to Choose" and choose to be directed to a private service.This allows them to be assessed and diagnosed in a matter … Read More