ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK it is your legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health tests. Some healthcare professionals do not have the qualifications to recognize ADHD.Panorama has heard from whistleblowers and patients who claim that private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribe drugs without proper checks. We delved into th
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK, it is your legal right to choose who will conduct your NHS mental health assessments. But not all healthcare professionals are trained to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has been told by whistleblowers and patients that some private clinics diagnose ADHD and prescribing drugs with no proper examinations. We went undercover
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 AccountAn investigation by BBC Panorama is holding private clinics that diagnose ADHD to account. It is claimed that private clinics over-diagnosing ADHD.Many people are seeking a private diagnosis of ADHD because they believe they cannot wait for an NHS referral. Referrals from your GP may take a long ti
ADHD 0% Interest Loans - Getting a Private ADHD DiagnosisWith NHS services flooded and waiting lists at an all-time high, those suffering from ADHD face a difficult choice. One option is borrowing money at 0% interest to pay for an assessment at an in-house clinic.Psychiatry-UK has some great tips on doing this via Right to Choose, and it is worth