FAQs
Who we are: an introduction to the Centre for ADHD Research and Excellence (CARE ADHD)
Welcome to the Centre for ADHD Research and Excellence (CARE ADHD). We’re a trusted provider of high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment services f...
Is a diagnosis by CARE ADHD officially recognised - will my GP accept it?
CARE ADHD is a CQC registered organisation . We are registered to assess and treat disease, disorder, or injury, so any diagnosis is formally recogn...
What is shared care?
Shared care refers to a collaborative approach to managing ADHD treatment between a specialist service (such as CARE ADHD) and a patient’s GP. This ar...
Can you accept referrals or bookings from people in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland?
CARE ADHD’s registration to provide healthcare services is with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which regulates services in England. For patients...
Do you do children’s assessments?
We now support children and young people aged 6 to 18 through Right to Choose (NHS-funded), and we also offer a private pathway. Visit our dedicated ...
Do you take referrals for autism assessments?
We provide NHS funded autism assessments for children and young people, and we aim to launch our autism service for adults in the coming weeks. If yo...
How do I get my summary care record? Why do you need it?
You have a legal right to request your summary care record from your GP under data protection laws (it is called a 'subject access request'). Most GPs...
What do I do if my GP does not accept Shared Care?
Care ADHD is happy to enter into a shared care arrangement with any GP in England, as this provides better clinical oversight and saves both patients ...
Do I pay NHS prescription charges or private fees if my GP doesn’t enter shared care?
If you are a private patient , and your GP refuses to enter a shared care agreement, you will need to continue privately funded prescriptions . Plea...
CARE ADHD - Waiting times
Last updated: March 2026 We know waiting can be difficult, especially when you’re ready to move forward and want clarity about what’s happening next. ...
What qualifications do your assessors have?
As per NICE guidance, ADHD assessment and diagnosis should be carried out by an appropriately trained healthcare professional. At CARE ADHD, all asses...