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, it was claimed today on BBC Panorama. This is a pity especially as NICE guidelines demand rigor from qualified, regulated health professionals.If your GP refers you for an NHS assessme
ADHD DiagnosisADHD is a complicated condition. It can be a problem for anyone from childhood to adulthood.With NHS service wait times at an all time high, some people are choosing to pay for private ADHD assessments and prescriptions. The recent BBC Panorama documentary has highlighted concerns that some of these services are not up to par.What is
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis PrivateADHD affects many people, and it is important to diagnose it properly. If your GP isn't willing to refer you to an NHS assessment it is possible to be diagnosed privately.Some GPs have preconceived ideas of what someone with ADHD looks like. They may refuse to refer you for an assessment, or they may suggest that a
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 Chooseââ‚
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have a legal right to choose the person who provides your specialist NHS mental health exams. Healthcare professionals may not all have the qualifications to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has received complaints from whistleblowers and patients who claim that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribe medication with