Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment Private
A new BBC Panorama investigation has provoked debate over private ADHD assessments. The reporter undercover visited three private clinics and identified him as having ADHD and was given powerful stimulant medications without examining his
ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?
BBC Panorama reported today that adults suffering from ADHD are diagnosed by private clinics through unreliable video calls. This is a pity, especially as NICE guidelines require rigor from licensed, certified health professionals.
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ADHD Diagnosis
ADHD is a complicated disorder that is difficult to diagnose. It can affect anyone from childhood until adulthood.
Some people opt to pay privately for ADHD assessments and medication due to the fact that NHS wait times are at an all-time high. The recent documentary by BBC Pano
Why You Should Consider Getting an ADHD Assessment Private
A new BBC Panorama investigation has provoked debate about private ADHD tests. The reporter undercover visited three private clinics which diagnosed him with ADHD and was given powerful stimulant medications without fully exploring his hi
Diagnosing ADHD in the UK
In England, Scotland and Wales, GPs cannot diagnose ADHD. However, they can refer you to a specialist on the NHS to conduct an assessment. This is referred to as an "right to choose" referral.
A thorough ADHD assessment can take between 45 and 90 minutes. Th