ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have a legal right to choose the person who offers your specialized NHS mental health assessments. But not all healthcare professionals are qualified to diagnose ADHD.Panorama has been told by patients and whistleblowers that some private clinics are diagnosing ADHD and prescribing drugs, often without proper e
ADHD Diagnosis - NHS Or Private?Adults can benefit from a private ADHD diagnosis to access the treatment and medication they require. It can be expensive but is often the most efficient route. It's also the most effective, as doctors are familiar with adult ADHD symptoms.The NHS waiting list is so long that many patients are seeking private clinics
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 are knowingly over-diagnosing ADHD.Many people are seeking an independent ADHD diagnosis due to the fact that they don't want wait for a referral from NHS. It can take month
Getting an ADHD Diagnosis PrivateADHD is a problem that affects many people and it's important to be diagnosed correctly. If your GP isn't willing to refer you for an NHS assessment it is possible to be diagnosed privately.Some doctors have preconceived notions about what someone with ADHD will look like. They may refuse to refer for an assessment
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 an earlier BBC Panorama investigation has suggested that a lot of these private clinics are providing unrelia