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How to Get Diagnosed With ADHD in the UK If you suspect that you may have ADHD Talk to your GP They should be attentive and recommend an NHS ADHD assessment diagnosed with adhd may also qualify to receive Access to Work support which can help you open doors to work Due to shortages of medication there could be delays in receiving an appointment and beginning treatment 1 Talk to your GP If you suspect that you or a child might suffer from ADHD are likely to seek out their doctor first They can take your concerns seriously and send you to an expert for an assessment Depending on where you live the assessment could be free or you might have to pay a fee More details can be found on the NHS website It isnt easy to accept the diagnosis of ADHD especially when your symptoms arent able to be taken seriously It is important to remember that around 26 millions people in the UK suffer from ADHD A diagnosis can help you understand the reasons why you or your child may struggle to stay focused or acting upon impulses A specialist will determine whether your child or you suffers from ADHD by observing or discussions that they conduct with you your children and any other people who know you They will also look at how long the symptoms of ADHD have been present in your child or yourself and how they impact your daily life They will also look at whether your or your childs issues could be more easily explained by a different condition such as autism dyslexia anxiety or behaviour issues We suggest you find a new GP If your current one does not treat ADHD seriously It can be a challenge and its a good idea to ask for a referral You can download and print out guides from ADHD UK to help you consult your GP Once you have been referred for an evaluation the process should move quickly The doctor will request details of your or your childs symptoms the specialist should carry out an interview questionnaire and medical examination They will be looking at whether the presenting symptoms are mainly inattention or hyperactivityimpulsivity and how much they impact your or your childs life They will also look to see whether you or your child have suffered from these issues in the past so they can compare This is important since only a psychiatrist or psychologist can diagnose ADHD 2 Schedule an appointment with an expert There are several NHS specialist centres that can conduct ADHD evaluations You will have to ask your GP to refer you to one of these Youll likely need to fill out forms and questionnaires prior to your appointment They may take some time to complete so its best to do them before your appointment Your physician will assess your symptoms in the current guidelines for diagnosing adult patients They may ask to see your work or school documents or talk to your parents teachers or day care providers about how you were as an infant It is important to remember that ADHD is not only a problem with behavior its also connected to the way your brain functions Your specialist will look at your overall functioning and may want to look into other mental health issues like anxiety or depression If you are an adult your specialist will also be interested in knowing how long your ADHD symptoms have been affecting you In the past it was believed that ADHD was only a problem for children However we now know otherwise ADHD symptoms can last into adulthood and will remain a part of your life You will be offered medication whether you are an adult child or not You should be aware that when youre diagnosed by a private doctor the medication will initially be provided by the NHS Private clinicians will be able to assist you with this and provide your GP paperwork for a sharedcare agreement so that you only pay the NHS prescription cost If youre located in England you have the legal right to choose your healthcare provider and mental health team If you think that waiting for an NHS assessment are too long you can schedule a private appointment online with a specialist in your region This could be a quicker and less expensive alternative to visiting your GP 3 Have your GP to refer you Talk to your GP if you suspect that you or your child might have ADHD While they may not be in a position to diagnose you with ADHD formally however they will be able to take your concerns seriously They will ask you about how it has affected you and your family They should then refer you to a specialist for evaluation and treatment On our page on Getting an ADHD Assessment we offer tips on how to accelerate the process if they have a lengthy waiting list Once you have been referred you will be given an appointment with psychiatrists for assessment and diagnosis This is because a medical diagnosis from psychiatrists is the only way to access medication through the NHS and to be eligible for things like reasonable adjustments and DSA assistance During the appointment a psychiatrist will examine your symptoms to determine if you meet the ADHD criteria They will then make a decision about which of the three subtypes you have inattentive hyperactiveimpulsive or combined In some instances they might need to rule out conditions like anxiety or depression before making a decision They may also need to rule out any substance or alcohol addiction out If they determine that you suffer from ADHD they will send paperwork to your GP for an Shared Care Agreement This means that you will be able access ADHD medication through the NHS from your GP Your GP will renew your prescriptions Most people prefer a mix of medications and CBT therapy is most efficient but every person is different If you live in England it is worth knowing that you have a legal right to choose which provider your GP recommends to you for an NHS assessment and treatment This is known as Right to Chooseand applies to both adults and children If youre not sure which one to choose or if NHS wait times seem too long you can select one of the alternative providers that offer NHS assessments in England You can find out which ones by visiting the PsychiatryUK website which offers a great guide on how to do this 4 Schedule an appointment with an expert In the UK there are many specialists who can offer ADHD assessment and treatment You can request your GP for a referral to these or contact them directly You can book an appointment for a diagnostic examination by phone or video with most private providers They will require you to provide some information about your symptoms and how they impact your daily life along with specific details about any medical background They will want to know if any of your family members suffer from ADHD Your psychiatrist will guide you through the process of assessment They will discuss how your issues have affected your life and how theyve changed over time They will also ask you about your childhood experiences and your coping mechanisms They will use this information to assess whether or not you are suffering from the signs of ADHD If you dont have a physician who will refer you for an ADHD assessment you can always find one on your own by making an appointment with an individual psychiatrist This is slightly more expensive but it will give you the fastest means to receive a diagnosis Your psychiatrist will be able to refer you to the NHS for follow up treatment if needed A good psychiatrist can determine fairly quickly if you have ADHD If they do have any doubts theyll be able to find additional evidence that is more convincing by asking you questions or speaking to people who know you well They will also consider other health conditions that can hinder your ability to concentrate for a long time such as addiction disorders or depression The majority of people who suffer from ADHD are diagnosed in adulthood not children This is because the majority of symptoms manifest in adults and cause more issues as you age and face more challenges This is particularly the case if you did not receive the proper support as in your early years It can be difficult to get a diagnosis when youre the minority group or are a gender nonconforming person Some mental health professionals have preconceived notions of what people with ADHD might appear like and they may make assumptions about your behavior without taking note of your symptoms