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ADHD Private Diagnosis A doctor can recommend an adult suffering from ADHD to a private health specialist for an assessment This can be done in person or online via video call Panorama a BBC investigation has revealed that certain clinics give unreliable diagnosis This can put people at risk What happens if I dont get a diagnosis A medical diagnosis can give you access to treatment and can help reduce feelings of anxiety and selfdoubt A diagnosis can also help family members understand the condition and how it impacts the persons life This can result in better relationships and a more informed management of ADHD In the UK the first step is to consult with your GP and discuss the reason you think you might have ADHD Your GP should take your concerns seriously and refer you to an evaluation with an expert This process will be more efficient If you request your GP to refer you to a scheme that allows you to choose your own provider You will then go through a thorough psychiatric assessment that includes a thorough clinical interview and psychological testing It is always beneficial to bring a friend or family member with to provide support After your assessment an expert will diagnose ADHD and provide treatment recommendations Your appointment should last two sessions Getting a diagnosis from a private diagnosis specialist can help you avoid the pitfalls that could arise when seeking an appointment with the NHS Healthcare professionals you work with should be able to follow evidencebased practices and the National Institute of Clinical Excellence guidelines when they provide care to you If your doctor isnt able to determine that you suffer from ADHD they should explain the reasons You may not meet the criteria for ADHD or they might think that another condition would better explain your symptoms This is perfectly normal and shouldnt discourage you from seeking a different opinion Adults often struggle to be diagnosed with ADHD because their GPs or other medical professionals misunderstand them Some doctors might inform them that their problems are due to a lack of effort or that theyre lazy or negligent It can be difficult but keep in mind that these stereotypes are not supported by scientific research What happens if I disagree with the diagnosis Many people with ADHD struggle to obtain an accurate diagnosis Some doctors may not be aware of the condition or know how to recognize it Some doctors may ignore the symptoms or assume the person is concealing the symptoms Some doctors may also be confused by the distinction between ADHD and other mental health disorders such as depression everyone feels down sometimes or anxiety which may present with the same symptoms In some cases medical staff who are unfamiliar with ADHD might confuse the persons behavior with that of their unmanaged ADHD or will think that the person is suffering from depression or anxiety due to their unmanaged ADHD This is especially challenging for women suffering from ADHD whose symptoms can be more subtle and easy to miss This confusion can cause people to treat symptoms of ADHD with antidepressants and other medications that are not effective Some private assessment providers will require a written consent from your GP before they can take you on for an appointment This is not always straightforward as NHS GPs are able to bat ADHD referrals back to themselves about 50 of all ADHD assessments are referred to and then immediately batted back by doctors with bogus reasons The GP will ask you questions regarding your life and how ADHD symptoms affect it This may include questions about your home work and family life based on the provider They will also go over the various types and strengths of medication that are available to treat ADHD and which may be most suitable for you Typically doctors will look at stimulant medications first but if this doesnt suit you then a nonstimulant medication like Atomoxetine Venlafaxine or Bupropion Hydrochloride could be suggested Once youve been diagnosed and the doctor will send a letter to your GP with paperwork that sets out the diagnosis and the way in which that you be treated This is called a shared care agreement Certain doctors will sign these agreements however not all of them will If your GP does not youll need to continue to pay privately for your appointments and prescriptions What happens if I receive a diagnosis but dont wish to take medication A mental health professional can assist develop a treatment plan that is tailored to each individuals needs Early treatment is essential and could include therapy or medication It could also involve lifestyle changes Children with ADHD could be diagnosed with Conduct Disorder This is a pattern of aggressive behavior towards other people or serious violations of social norms and regulations at school home or among peers What happens if you decide to drive As the DVLA is adamant about ADHD as a disability having the condition could make it more difficult to get your drivers license This is only a possibility if your symptoms are having a longterm and significant impact on your daily life This is something that youll need to discuss with your doctor Similarly having ADHD may affect how well you drive particularly in the case of inattention or unpredictable driving behavior As a result you could find you have difficulty with organising your car or remembering to take your medication before getting behind the wheel If youre concerned about this you can opt to travel with someone else or only drive when there is no anyone else in the vehicle As you can see that the Panorama program provided a negative and distorted view of private care for ADHD assessments We hear from many adults who receive a diagnosis without drug titration but then must go back to their GP and wait at the back of the line to undergo an NHS assessment because they were sneaked in to the private clinic This not only discredits the NHS but also increases the stigma associated with a condition for which many sufferers feel belittled by their family members