ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountBBC Panorama's investigation into private clinics that diagnose ADHD is making them accountable. It is claimed that private clinics are knowingly over-diagnosing ADHD.Many people are looking for an individual ADHD diagnosis due to the fact that they don't want wait for a referral from the NHS. It c… Read More
ADHD 0% Interest Loans - Getting a Private ADHD DiagnosisWith NHS services overwhelmed and waiting lists at an all-time high people with ADHD have a tough decision. One option is to borrow money at 0% interest to pay for an assessment in a private clinic.The Psychiatry UK has some excellent tips for doing this via Right to Choose, and it is worth a… Read More
ADHD Diagnosis - Why You Should Seek Help PrivatelyWith service wait times at an all time high, private adult ADHD assessments are becoming increasingly popular. Anyone who is registered in England with a GP can opt to be referred privately by applying for a 'Right of choice'.This allows them to get assessed and diagnosed in a matter of months, rat… Read More
Diagnosing ADHD in the UKGPs in England, Scotland and Wales can't diagnose ADHD but can recommend you to an NHS specialist for an assessment. This is known as a 'right to choose' referral.An ADHD assessment is usually thorough and can take anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes. The psychiatrist might ask that you complete questionnaires or provide support… Read More
How to Prepare For an Adult ADHD AssessmentIf you're an adult and you suffer from ADHD then you'll need to learn how to prepare for an assessment for adults with adhd. It is also important to understand what the diagnosis is and what treatments are available to you.The signs of ADHD in adultsA doctor should be sought out should you suspect that you… Read More