ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have the legal right to select who will conduct your NHS mental health tests. However, not all healthcare professionals are certified to recognize ADHD.Panorama has been told by patients and whistleblowers that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing medication with no proper tests. We went undercover to
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis PrivateADHD affects a lot of people and it's crucial to get diagnosed properly. A private diagnosis could be an option in the event that your GP is reluctant to send you for an NHS assessment.Some doctors have preconceived notions of what someone suffering from ADHD looks like. They may refuse to refer for an assessment or
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�
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountBBC Panorama's investigation into private clinics that diagnose ADHD is holding them to account. They are alleged to be over-diagnosing the condition.Many people seek a private diagnosis of ADHD due to the fact that they are unable to wait for an NHS referral. It could take months to be referred by
How to Get a Private ADHD DiagnosisMany patients seeking a diagnosis of ADHD are struggling with the pressure of a sluggish NHS waiting lists. Some are in desperate need of answers and are willing to pay private providers for their services.However an earlier BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that many private clinics are handing out unrelia