Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment PrivateA new BBC Panorama investigation has provoked debate about private ADHD assessments. The journalist undercover visited three private clinics and was diagnosed with ADHD. He was prescribed a powerful stimulant medication without investigating his past or interviewing his parents.If you're in
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK it is your legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health tests. However, not all healthcare professionals are trained to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has been informed by whistleblowers and patients that some private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing medications, often without proper tests. We went un
How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisThe NHS is unable to diagnose ADHD in a large number of patients due to the long waiting lists. Some patients are desperate to get answers and will pay private providers to give them with.A recent BBC Panorama investigation revealed that many private clinics were giving inaccurate assessments. This has led to deba
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 Chooseââ‚
Finding an ADHD Assessment That Fits Your NeedsYou can find an ADHD assessment that meets your needs, whether looking for a quick evaluation of your child or yourself. There are many tools available that include the Conners 3, Achenbach Child Behavior Checklist, Test of Variables of Attention and Vanderbilt Assessment Scales for ADHD.Achenbach Chil