Preparing for an adult ADHD assessment
We want to make the ADHD assessment process as smooth as possible. With that in mind, we have put together some handy resources that will cover what to expect, and how you can prepare.
What to expect at your assessment
All our assessments are carried out by friendly, knowledgable and importantly, experienced clinicians. You will have a developmental history session, this is usually online and will take approximately two hours. The questions will focus on things like your early milestones, school, and work experiences, plus any relevant medical history.
Your clinician will then ask specific questions around ADHD. If you would prefer this appointment to be face-to-face in one of our clinics, please speak to our office staff who can help arrange this for you.
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The one to one assessment
Your one to one assessment is with another clinician in clinic. This assessment will involve activities appropriate for you and are carried out to explore your strengths and differences.
Learn about the assessment process
Kate talks you through what to expect from your assessment
The Qb Test
You may come to us for a Qb Test. This is a twenty-minute computer-based task which measures your attention, impulsivity and movement. The test itself will require you to simply click a button at certain times.
Once you have had the developmental history, one to one assessment and Qb Test, our team will come together to discuss all the information we have gathered. The clinicians will come together to discuss your unique profile of strengths, challenges and experiences. If there is enough information, they will decide on whether a diagnosis can be made. If there is not enough information, then someone will be in touch with you to ask for permission to gather more.
Learn about the Qb Test
Tom talks you through what to expect in your Qb Test
After your assessment
Once a decision has been made, you will receive an appointment for a feedback meeting which is usually held online. This will be with your assessment coordinator and they will share with you whether there is a diagnosis or not. If you don’t get a diagnosis, it may be that the challenges you have been having in your life are caused by something different, the assessment coordinator will explain this to you and may suggest other sources of support that may be helpful to you. This appointment is usually up to thirty minutes long and provides an opportunity for you to learn more, as well as ask any questions you might have. After the feedback appointment you will receive a report within six weeks.
Combined assessments
If you're having a combined ADHD and autism assessment, please click below.
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Frequently asked questions
Take a look at some of our frequently asked questions below. Here, you can get answers and insights from our team of expert clinicians.
