ADHD Assessments - Can You Get a Private ADHD Diagnosis?BBC Panorama reported today that adults with ADHD are diagnosed by private clinics using unreliable video calls. This is a shame, especially as NICE guidelines demand rigour from qualified, regulated health professionals.If your GP recommends an NHS assessment in England you are entitled to th
ADHD 0% Interest Loans - Getting a Private ADHD DiagnosisWith NHS services flooded and waiting lists at an all-time high, patients suffering from ADHD have a tough decision. One alternative is to apply for low-interest loans to fund an assessment at a private clinic.The Psychiatry UK has some excellent tips on doing this through Right to Choose, an
ADHD Diagnosis - Holding Private Clinics to AccountBBC Panorama's investigation into private clinics that diagnose ADHD is making them accountable. It is claimed that they are over-diagnosing the condition.Many people are seeking an individual ADHD diagnosis because they don't want wait for a referral from NHS. Referrals from your GP may take a lon
ADHD Diagnosis in the UKIn the UK you have a legal right to choose the person who offers your specialized NHS mental health assessments. Not all healthcare professionals are qualified to recognize ADHD.Panorama has been informed by patients and whistleblowers that private clinics are diagnosing ADHD and prescribing medication with no proper examina
How to Get an ADHD Diagnosis As an AdultPrivate ADHD assessments can be more efficient and more professional. These appointments are conducted via video calls. They cost between PS500 and PS1,200 in London.At present, the NHS in England is not equipped to meet the demand for adult ADHD assessment. As a result, many patients are forced to seek out p