ADHD DiagnosisADHD is a nagging condition that can be difficult to manage. It can be a problem for anyone from childhood to adulthood.With NHS service wait times at a ever-increasing rate, some people are opting to pay for private ADHD assessments and prescriptions. The BBC Panorama documentary of the past week highlighted concerns that some of the

ADHD Assessment in the UKAn ADHD assessment is usually a pretty thorough process. A psychiatrist will determine if your symptoms are causing significant impairment, and will rule out other disorders like thyroid or depression. They may also request old school reports as well as other evidence.It is important that the person carrying out your assess

Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment PrivateA BBC Panorama investigation has sparked a debate about private ADHD assessments. The journalist undercover visited three private clinics and was diagnosed with ADHD. He was prescribed powerful stimulant medication without exploring his past or interviewing his parents.If you're looking for

Diagnosing ADHD in the UKGPs in England, Scotland and Wales cannot diagnose ADHD but they can recommend you to an NHS specialist to conduct an assessment. This is referred to as a "right to choose' referral.An ADHD assessment is typically fairly thorough and can take 45-90 minutes. The psychiatrist may request you to fill out questionnaires or prov

ADHD Diagnosis in AdultsA licensed mental health professional (psychiatrists or neurologists, or family physicians) must diagnose ADHD. Symptoms are assessed using standardized behavior rating scales that are built on research that compares the behavior of people with and without ADHD.Medical examinations are also performed as certain medical condi