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ADHD Assessment Process: What to Expect

If you're considering an ADHD assessment for yourself or your child in Preston, understanding the process can help you feel prepared and confident. I provide thorough, compassionate ADHD assessments that follow NICE guidelines, leading to a clear diagnosis and recommendations for next steps.

The ADHD Assessment Process

We follow a structured and thorough approach to assessing ADHD in adults. Each step is designed to build a clear picture of your experiences and ensure an accurate diagnosis.

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1. Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with an in-depth consultation with one of our ADHD specialists. During this session, we explore your personal and medical history, current challenges, and any previous assessments or treatments you may have had in the UK.

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2. Clinical Evaluation
Following the consultation, our Clinician  carefully evaluates whether your symptoms meet the recognised diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This involves examining patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, and considering how these affect your day-to-day life.

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3. Questionnaires and Behavioural Insights
To support the diagnostic process, standardised questionnaires and rating scales are often used. These may be completed by you and, where appropriate, family members or others who can provide additional perspectives on how your symptoms present in different situations.

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4. Further Considerations
In some cases, additional medical checks or collaboration with other professionals may be required. This helps us rule out other conditions and ensures we provide the most accurate diagnosis possible.

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By taking this multi-step approach, we aim to provide clarity, understanding, and the foundation for a tailored treatment plan that best supports your needs.

Take The Test

Section 1. Attention and Focus Over the past 6 months, how often have you experienced difficulty: sustaining attention on tasks or conversations Mind wandering even when trying to focus Starting tasks but not finishing them Being easily distracted?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 2. Organisation & Management Difficulty organising tasks or activities Frequently losing or misplacing important items (e.g., keys, phone) Trouble managing time or meeting deadlines Underestimating how long tasks will take
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 3: Impulsivity Interrupting others or finishing their sentences Acting or speaking without thinking things through Making quick decisions you later regret
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 4: Restlessness / Hyperactivity Feeling restless or unable to relax Difficulty sitting still for extended periods Feeling mentally “on the go” most of the time
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 5: Emotional Regulation Becoming easily frustrated or overwhelmed Experiencing sudden mood changes Difficulty managing stress or emotional reactions
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 6: Impact on Daily Life How often do these challenges impact your relationships or work performance?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
Section 7: Developmental History (before age 12) Were any concerns raised by teachers, caregivers, or others about your attention or behaviour as a child?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very often
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