It’s really confusing when you start to see potential ADHD traits in yourself or others as there are always explanations for it that don’t always fit. Why get assessed? What are your options etc?
Feel free to take our own ADHD screener self-check to see how your experience matches against the international criteria. Also part two will help you identify where in your life it is causing the most challenge. Our ADHD screener tool here… You may also choose to use the WHO adult self screener
But really, what is ADHD?
How is ADHD actually described? Is it just for naughty kids? Is it something you can cure?
NHS Guidance on ADHD
Where do you start with this? The NHS has some guidance that may help you in your understanding of ADHD.
Can’t get an assessment on the NHS?
Much of the content here is England specific. How do you find out about options to get assessed? There are ways to get seen much quicker than you think.
But what if it’s not ADHD?
It is worrying when awaiting an assessment and the fear of not getting a diagnosis, because if it’s not ADHD then “what on earth is going on?”
Pre-assessment checks…
What goes on when waiting for an assessment? A common part of making an assessment is getting people who know you to provide information on how they experience you…
Is it worth getting assessed?
Some people say that they don’t see the point in getting assessed as they know they have ADHD. But why does getting assessed help?
What does it feel like living with ADHD?
Sometimes when you have no diagnosis, waiting on a list etc you can doubt it’s even ADHD. What does it feel like? Well, instead of a textbook definition, here are some personal reflections.
Why are people being diagnosed later in life?
You’re asked in assessments if traits were present earlier than 12 years old and it’s necessary for diagnosis. For me it was age 51 when I realised, there’s late and there’s very late. But why now?