ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have the legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health assessments. Not all healthcare professionals are qualified to recognize ADHD.Panorama has heard from whistleblowers and patients who claim that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribe drugs without proper screening. We went undercover t
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountBBC Panorama's investigation of private clinics that diagnose ADHD is calling them to account. It is claimed that private clinics are over-diagnosing ADHD.Many people are seeking an independent ADHD diagnosis because they don't want wait for a referral from NHS. It could take months to get an appoi
ADHD DiagnosisADHD is a nagging condition that can be difficult to manage. It can affect people from childhood right to the age of adulthood.With NHS service wait times at an record high, a few people are opting to pay for private ADHD assessments and medication. The recent BBC Panorama documentary has highlighted concerns that some of these servic
How to Get an ADHD Diagnosis As an AdultPrivate ADHD assessments are faster and more professional. These appointments are conducted online through video calls. In London, they cost between PS500 to PS1,200.At present, the NHS in England is not equipped with the resources needed to meet demand for adult ADHD assessments. In the end, many patients ar
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�