ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have the legal right to choose who provides your specialist NHS mental health exams. Not all healthcare professionals are qualified to be able to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has heard from patients and whistleblowers who claim that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribe drugs without proper screening. We went u
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountAn investigation conducted by BBC Panorama is holding private clinics that diagnose ADHD to take account. It is claimed that they are over-diagnosing the condition.Many people seek a private diagnosis of ADHD because they believe they are unable to wait for an NHS referral. Referrals from your GP c
ADHD DiagnosisADHD is a complex condition. It can affect people from childhood right into adulthood.With NHS service wait times at an all time high, some customers are opting to pay for private ADHD assessments and medication. The recent BBC Panorama documentary has highlighted concerns that certain services are not adequate.What is an ADHD diagnos
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 Chooseâ�
ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?Adults suffering from ADHD are being diagnosed on the NHS by unreliable video call assessments at private clinics, it was claimed today on BBC Panorama. This is a shame, especially since NICE guidelines require rigor by certified, licensed healthcare professionals.If your GP recommends you for