ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK it is your legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health exams. Some healthcare professionals do not have the necessary qualifications to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has been informed by whistleblowers and patients that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing drugs frequently without proper tests.
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountAn investigation conducted by BBC Panorama is holding private clinics that diagnose ADHD to account. It is claimed that they are over-diagnosing the condition.Many people are seeking a private diagnosis of ADHD because they feel they cant wait for an NHS referral. It could take months to be an appo
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 for an NHS assessment it is possible to be diagnosed privately.Certain doctors have preconceived notions of what someone with ADHD might appear like. They might not refer you for an assessment or inform you t
ADHD 0% Interest Loans - Getting a Private ADHD DiagnosisWith NHS services flooded and waiting lists at an all-time high, people with ADHD are facing a difficult choice. One option is borrowing money at 0% interest to cover an assessment at a private clinic.Psychiatry-UK has some great tips for doing this through Right to Choose, and it is worth a
Getting a Diagnosis of ADHD in AdultsMany adults aren't aware of ADHD symptoms. Being diagnosed as an adult could give options for treatment.To be diagnosed with ADHD, you must have at least five persistent symptoms of inattention or hyperactivity-impulsivity. These symptoms must affect everyday functioning at work, home and in social settings. Tal