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Who can diagnose ADHD in adults in the UK? ADHD Assessor training routes, regulation and how to become an ADHD assessor
The costs of this are increased uncertainty, confusion and quality concerns over key questions such as: who can diagnose ADHD? How does a professional train to become an ADHD assessor? Which professionals can diagnose ADHD?
In this blog, we look at the UK clinical guidelines on who can assess and diagnose ADHD and look at professional training routes for assessors. It is drawn from our Adult ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis Training, with key references included at the end.

Dr Alastair Pipkin
3 days ago5 min read


ADHD and Driving: Does ADHD Affect Driving and What to be Aware of
There are several factors that could mean that safe driving is more difficult for people with ADHD. While some studies have found higher risk of accidents for ADHD drivers, this doesn't mean that people with ADHD can't be good drivers. This post explores the regulations in the UK, as well as common struggles for ADHD drivers, the interaction of medication and some practical tips to make safe driving easier. ADHD and Driving in the UK If you are concerned that your ADHD or ADH
Flick Hughes
Sep 74 min read


Coping With Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: 3 Top Tips
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria is something that is most commonly experienced by those with ADHD and autism, which we will discuss here. We will also discuss what Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is, some common symptoms of it, and finally 3 tips to manage it. It can be detrimental to someone’s mental health; therefore it is important that we educate and inform ourselves of the basics of this condition so that we can learn how to manage it. This is an excerpt from our workb
Gemma Robinson
Jan 215 min read
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