Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment PrivateA BBC Panorama investigation has sparked controversy over private ADHD assessments. The reporter who was undercover visited three private clinics and identified him as having ADHD, and he was given powerful stimulant medications without thoroughly examining his past or interviewing his famil

ADHD Diagnosis - Why You Should Seek Help PrivatelyWith wait times for service at an all-time high private adult ADHD assessments are becoming increasingly popular. Patients who have a GP in England can use their "Right to Choice" and opt to be sent to a private company.This enables them to be assessed and diagnosed in a matter of months, rather th

ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountBBC Panorama's investigation into private clinics that diagnose ADHD is calling them to account. Its claimed that they are over-diagnosing the condition.Many people are seeking a private ADHD diagnosis due to the fact that they don't want wait for a referral from the NHS. Referrals from your GP can

ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?Adults with ADHD are being diagnosed on the NHS through unreliable video-call assessments at private clinics, as reported today in BBC Panorama. This is a shame particularly since NICE guidelines require rigor by trained, licensed healthcare professionals.If your GP recommends you for an NHS a

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�