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ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and executive function. In adults, it often presents as time blindness, difficulty with organisation, and emotional intensity rather than hyperactivity.
Under Section 75 of the NHS Act 2006, you have the legal right to choose a private provider for ADHD assessment, with the NHS covering the cost. Wait time 8-12 weeks instead of 18+ months.
GPs are often gatekeepers to ADHD assessment. Preparation matters. What to say, what examples to bring, and how to ask for referral effectively.
Women are diagnosed with ADHD much later than men, often in their 30s-40s. Why? Masking, different presentation, societal expectations, and medical bias. Your symptoms are real.
Three main medications are prescribed in the UK: methylphenidate, lisdexamfetamine, and atomoxetine. How they work, doses, side effects, and what to expect during titration.
ADHD is a disability in law. Your employer must make reasonable adjustments. What counts as a reasonable adjustment, how to ask, and what to do if they refuse.
Your ADHD diagnosis is in hand. What now? Medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, and building systems to thrive rather than just survive.
ADHD affects relationships - time blindness, emotional intensity, hyperfocus can strain partnerships. Strategies for open communication and understanding.
RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) is extreme emotional pain from perceived rejection or criticism. It's real, it's treatable, and you're not overreacting.
Executive function affects planning, organisation, time management, and task completion. Systems and structure compensate for what medication alone can't fix.