ADHD in Adults - What to Expect From a Private Assessment ADHD in adults can be a major problem. Some people mask their symptoms and compensate for them. As the BBC's Panorama report showed, misdiagnosis is a serious problem. So, how do you ensure that you get an accurate and thorough diagnosis? What can you do to ensure that the medication p

ADHD Private Assessment - Getting an Accurate Diagnosis A nurse or psychiatrist must conduct a private assessment to diagnose ADHD. Only these professionals are able to diagnose ADHD in the UK. They will look over your school records and look for ADHD symptoms as well as mental health issues that you may have experienced in the early years of yo

ADHD Private Assessment in the UK When it is about ADHD, there are several options for assessment and diagnosis. Private psychiatric tests are generally faster and psychiatrists are well-versed with the range of adult ADHD symptoms. They can also test for co-morbidities, such as anxiety and depression. A diagnosis of ADHD could alter your out

How a Private ADHD Assessment Can Help This week, BBC's Panorama program looked into how private clinics diagnose adults with ADHD. The investigation has revealed some alarming cases. But it also reveals the plight of people who are stuck between the rock and the hard place. The wait times for adult ADHD assessments on the NHS are long. Ma

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 programme exposed several clinics that rushed people through online assessments, without adhering to national guidelines. It is important not to misinterpret the anecdotal evidence shown in the BBC's Pano