— ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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In the UK between 2%- 5% of school aged children have ADHD. According to NICE it is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in the UK , which is characterized by early onset usually in the first five years of life, by the presence of a persistent pattern (at least 6 months) of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that has a direct negative impact on academic, occupational or social functioning. The presentation is not caused by other disorders such as autism or affective disorders1.
These children usually present with difficulty concentrating during lessons and difficulty finishing tasks or homework. They are easily distracted which may lead to disruptions in class and they may get into trouble at times which can have an impact on their self-esteem and self-confidence. They are on the go, fidgety, and unable to sit in their seats. They may fall out with friends easily and struggle to achieve their full potential. They may also get involved in risky behaviours and have learning problems.
If undiagnosed they may struggle to achieve their full potential both academically and socially. Therefore, early diagnosis and management is vital. An assessment report with clinical recommendations can change the future of young people.
Expert Child & Adolescent ADHD Private Assessments
Finding the best support when your child is facing emotional, behavioural or learning difficulties can feel overwhelming. Our specialist consultant-led team has over a decade of experience in child and adolescent psychiatry. We offer comprehensive private testing and care that is tailored to your child’s needs. We follow official NICE guidelines and work with parents, schools and healthcare professionals in order to create clear and actionable support plans.
ADHD Testing & Support
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can present differently in every child. It can manifest in three distinct ways:
- Inattentive: Daydreaming, struggling with organisation and schedules, losing items, or avoiding tasks requiring prolonged focus.
- Hyperactive-Impulsive: Restlessness, high energy, and difficulty controlling impulsive behavior.
- Combined: A mix of inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsive symptoms.
Our diagnostic process includes detailed clinical interviews, developmental histories, and structured feedback from both home and school. Following a diagnosis, we can provide tailored management options, actionable strategies, and customised school support plans.
Please note: Healing Young Minds is a private assessment and testing service.
ADHD Assessment Pathway
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Screening Questionnaires
Once you have contacted us to book your appointment screening questionnaires will be sent to your child’s home and school and you will be asked to return them or bring them to your appointment.
02.
Assessment Appointment
Your appointment will be with the Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. This will be with the child and parents and will help diagnose ADHD and associated comorbidities. The assessment is caried out using the gold standard diagnostic tools and criteria. If more information is required following this assessment, we may need to organise for a member of our team to carry out a school observation with your consent.
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QB Check
QB Check is a computer based continuous performance test assessment tool for children and young people aged 6 years and above. It’s an evidence-based test which measures the symptoms of ADHD to contribute to the assessment process and can be used later on to monitor response to treatment.
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Diagnostic Report
This will be produced by the clinicians involved in the assessment and will detail the assessment process and its findings and list recommendations for management based on these findings.
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Feedback/Management Appointment
This will be offered to the child/young person and parents and will be with the Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist where the management plan will be discussed.
What Separates Us From Other Assessors
We Are Psychiatrists
Your assessment is done by medical doctors (psychiatrists). If you get a diagnosis this means that you won’t have to start over again somewhere else. We can get you into treatment and ongoing support.
Our Reports Are Accepted
Our reports are accepted by schools, EHCP panels etc. Other assessors may not be able to offer this assurance.
Shared Care
We ensure that ongoing treatment is possible for your family. Once treatment is administered, we can apply for a Shared Care Agreement. This means that your regular NHS GP can take over issuing prescriptions if your surgery approves it.
Care For A Family Budget
We do not ask for a full assessment cost upfront which is often requested by other providers. In order to help manage the cost, we charge on a per-appointment basis.
Your initial assessment is only scheduled once the school and parenting screening questionnaires have been completed and sent back to us (we provide these for free). By having this detailed information before we start, we can make highly informed decisions with you during your first appointment.
At the initial consultation we will do a comprehensive screening for various conditions. We will only recommend that proceeding with full testing is to take place if there is clear evidence to support doing it – this ensures that your time and finances are used wisely.
Testimonials As Seen On Google
We were recommended Healing Young Minds by a child psychologist whose niece had been diagnosed there. The whole process was swift and our appointments always ran to time. The psychiatrist was great with our 13 year old son. The final report was very thorough and completed during the summer holidays which was perfect.
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C.R
Huge thank you to everyone at Healing Young Minds, who have helped and supported us on our journey to get a diagnosis.
Everyone we have met has all been amazing, and I can’t recommend Healing Young Minds enough.
Thank you all again.
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A.B
The support and guidance we received from Healing Young Minds was invaluable when our daughter went through the diagnosis process. We were going through a very difficult time and were met with calmness and understanding. A thoroughly positive experience
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Get in touch
Address
48 Fentham Road, Hampton-In-Arden, Solihull, B92 0AY
Phone
0121 6636 282
dr@healingyoungminds.com
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Sources
- ICD 11 Classification of Mental and Behavioural Disorders
- https://adhd-institute.com/contact-us/ (useful link with videos detailing the illness)