How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisMany patients seeking an assessment of ADHD are struggling under the strain of logjammed NHS waiting lists. Some are in desperate need of answers and willing to pay private firms for their services.However, a recent BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that many of these private clinics are handing out unrelia
ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?BBC Panorama reported today that adults suffering from ADHD are diagnosed by private clinics through insecure video calls. This is a pity, especially as NICE guidelines demand rigour from qualified, regulated health experts.If your GP suggests you to undergo an NHS assessment in England you ar
ADHD Diagnosis - Why You Should Seek Help PrivatelyPrivate adult ADHD assessments have become more popular as wait times are at an all-time high. Patients in England with a GP are able to opt to be referred privately by using their 'Right of Choice'.This allows them to be assessed and diagnosed within months, compared to waiting for years on the NH
ADHD Assessment in the UKAn ADHD assessment is usually a pretty thorough procedure. A psychiatrist will evaluate whether your symptoms cause significant impairment, and also rule out other illnesses, such as thyroid or depression. They can also request old school reports as well as other evidence.It is crucial that the person who is assessing you i
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, it was claimed today in BBC Panorama. This is a pity especially since NICE guidelines require rigor from licensed, certified health experts.If your GP asks you to undergo an NHS assess