What to Expect From a Private ADHD Diagnosis Many people are now considering private alternatives due to the lengthy wait times in the NHS for adult ADHD evaluations. But before you go this route it is important to know what to expect. BBC Panorama reported that some private ADHD clinics could be prescribing powerful medications without consi

ADHD Private Assessment - Getting an Accurate Diagnosis A nurse specialist or psychiatrist needs to perform a private assessment to determine ADHD. Only these professionals are able to diagnose ADHD in the UK. They will review your school records and look for ADHD symptoms, as well as mental health issues that you might have had in childhood.

ADHD Private Assessment in the UK When it is about ADHD there are a variety of options for assessment and diagnosis. Private psychiatric assessments are typically more efficient and psychiatrists are well-versed with the spectrum of adult ADHD symptoms. They are also able to screen for co-morbidities, such as anxiety and depression. A diagnos

How a Private ADHD Assessment Can Help This week, BBC's Panorama program investigated how some private clinics diagnose adults with ADHD. The investigation has revealed some alarming cases. But it also highlights the suffering of those who are caught between the rock and the hard place. The NHS has long waiting times for adults seeking an

How to Get the Best Out of an ADHD Private Assesment The accuracy of private ADHD assessments has been questioned following the BBC's Panorama program exposed a variety of clinics that rush people through online tests without following the national guidelines. It is important not to misinterpret the anecdotal evidence shown in the BBC program.