ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?BBC Panorama reported today that adults with ADHD are diagnosed by private clinics using unreliable video calls. This is a shame, especially as NICE guidelines require rigor from qualified, regulated health experts.If your GP refers to you for an NHS assessment in England the UK, then you have
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How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisThe NHS is not able to diagnose ADHD in many patients because of the long waiting lists. Some patients are desperate for answers and are willing to pay private providers to give them.A recent BBC Panorama investigation revealed that many private clinics were giving unreliable assessments. This has caused concerns
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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�
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Diagnosing ADHD in the UKIn England, Scotland and Wales, GPs cannot diagnose ADHD. However they can refer you to a specialist on the NHS for an assessment. This is called a 'right to choose referral.A thorough ADHD assessment can take between 45 and 90 minutes. The psychiatrist may request you to complete questionnaires and provide supporting evide
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