ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountAn investigation 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 are unable to wait for an NHS referral. It could take months to get an appo
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have the legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health assessments. But not all healthcare professionals are trained to recognize ADHD.Panorama has been informed by patients and whistleblowers that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing drugs frequently without proper checks. We went unde
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountAn investigation by BBC Panorama is holding private clinics that diagnose ADHD to take account. They are alleged to be over-diagnosing the condition.Many people are seeking a private ADHD diagnosis because they don't want to wait for a referral from the NHS. Referrals from your GP can take a few mo
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�
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis PrivateADHD affects many people, and it is essential to recognize it in a timely manner. If your GP refuses to refer you for a NHS assessment You can be diagnosed privately.Some GPs have preconceived ideas of what someone suffering from ADHD appears to be. They may refuse to refer you for an assessment, or they may suggest