A waiting list that keeps growing If you’re waiting for an NHS ADHD assessment in Greater Manchester, you already know the wait is long. What you may not know is that the local NHS body responsible for funding these assessments has just made it longer, deliberately, as a way of managing a budget that hasn’t
Read more“Everyone has ADHD nowadays.” I hear this regularly. From patients who doubt their own diagnosis. From colleagues who question the rising numbers.It is not supported by the evidence. A paper published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, authored by 32 academics, clinicians, and people with lived experience, examined the overdiagnosis narrative directly. Their conclusion: there
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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is a common but often overlooked aspect of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Many individuals with ADHD experience intense emotional reactions to perceived rejection, criticism, or failure—often describing it as overwhelming and difficult to control. Although RSD is not formally recognised in diagnostic systems such as the DSM-5, it is widely
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ADHD care has evolved rapidly in recent years, driven by increasing awareness, rising demand, and long NHS waiting lists. In response, a range of private providers have emerged. However, not all services are structured in the same way. A key distinction is between whole pathway ADHD care and fragmented or disjointed service models. At ADHD
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults is no longer a condition we can afford to overlook. Over the past decade, awareness has increased significantly. More patients are seeking assessments, more services are being developed, and more clinicians are encountering ADHD in everyday practice. Yet, despite this progress, there remains a clear gap between awareness
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On 19 April Dr Dheeraj Chaudhary and Dr Victoria Galvis will talk all things neurodivergence https://www.linkedin.com/events/let-stalkaudhd7444339232883511297/theater As conversations around ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence continue to grow, so does the need for nuanced, clinically grounded, and practical discussions. Dr Galvis is a GP in Manchester, with special interest in ADHD and Autism. She has lived experience
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At ADHD Clinics, we are committed to improving access to high-quality, evidence-based care for children and young people. As part of this mission, we are pleased to share the continued expansion of our Child Psychiatry service, delivered by experienced clinicians through both online and face-to-face assessments. Meet the Team Our service is supported by highly
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We are proud to be named a finalist in both the Consumer Services and People’s Choice categories at the North West Family Business Awards. This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and the trust we have built within our community. Being acknowledged not only by industry judges but also by the public
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The recent AuDHD Summit hosted by ADHD Clinics marked a significant milestone in the evolving landscape of neurodiversity care in the UK. Bringing together leading clinicians, coaches, advocates, and individuals with lived experience, the summit created a powerful space for learning, reflection, and collaboration. What is AuDHD? AuDHD refers to the co-occurrence of Autism Spectrum
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At ADHD Clinics, our mission has always been simple: provide high-quality, accessible, and evidence-based ADHD care for patients and families. As demand for specialist assessment continues to grow, we are delighted to welcome Dr Rana Moharam, a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who has recently joined our clinical team. Her arrival significantly strengthens our service
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