Adult ADHD Assessment Cardiff

If you are finding it difficult to concentrate, stay organised, manage your time, or feel constantly overwhelmed by everyday tasks, you may be wondering whether ADHD could explain your experiences.

At Autism Insight, we provide comprehensive private Adult ADHD Assessments in Cardiff for adults seeking clarity, understanding, and an evidence-based diagnosis. Our experienced neurodevelopmental clinicians provide compassionate, neuro-affirming assessments that follow NICE guidance, helping you understand how ADHD may affect your daily life.

We offer both face-to-face ADHD assessments in Cardiff and secure online assessments across Wales and the UK, allowing you to access high-quality diagnostic services without lengthy NHS waiting times.

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What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, and impulse control. Although many people associate ADHD with hyperactivity, adults often experience more subtle difficulties that can impact work, education, relationships, and everyday life.

Common signs of ADHD include:

  • Difficulty maintaining attention

  • Becoming easily distracted

  • Forgetting appointments or losing belongings

  • Problems with organisation and planning

  • Procrastination and difficulty starting tasks

  • Feeling mentally restless

  • Acting impulsively

  • Time management difficulties

  • Emotional sensitivity or emotional dysregulation

  • Frequently feeling overwhelmed

Many adults develop coping strategies that can mask ADHD traits, meaning they are not diagnosed until later in life.

Why Seek an ADHD Assessment?

Receiving an ADHD diagnosis can help explain lifelong experiences and provide access to appropriate support.

An assessment can help you:

  • Better understand your strengths and challenges
  • Reduce self-blame and increase self-awareness
  • Access reasonable adjustments at work or university
  • Improve relationships and communication
  • Develop strategies to manage executive functioning difficulties
  • Access appropriate post-diagnostic support
  • Understand whether autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions may also be present

Our ADHD Assessment Process

Our ADHD assessments are comprehensive and person-centred, allowing us to build a complete understanding of your developmental history and current experiences.

Your assessment includes:

  • A detailed clinical interview
  • Review of childhood and developmental history
  • Standardised ADHD assessment tools
  • Exploration of attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity
  • Assessment of executive functioning
  • Consideration of emotional regulation
  • Screening for co-occurring conditions
  • Differential diagnosis
  • Diagnostic feedback
  • A comprehensive written diagnostic report

Our clinicians take the time to understand how ADHD affects every aspect of your life, ensuring the assessment is thorough, supportive and evidence-based.

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ADHD and Autism

Many adults experience both ADHD and autism, often referred to as AuDHD. Because these conditions frequently overlap, it is important that assessments consider the whole neurodevelopmental picture.

At Autism Insight, our clinicians have extensive experience assessing both autism and ADHD, allowing us to identify overlapping characteristics while carefully distinguishing between the two conditions where appropriate.

If we feel a combined assessment would provide the most accurate understanding, we will discuss this with you throughout the assessment process. 

More information on our AuDHD process can be found here 

After Your Assessment

Following your assessment, you will receive:

  • A detailed diagnostic report
  • Personalised recommendations
  • Clear explanation of the outcome
  • Advice regarding workplace or educational adjustments
  • Information about post-diagnostic support
  • Signposting to additional services where appropriate

Please note: Autism Insight currently provides ADHD diagnostic assessments and post-diagnostic support. We do not prescribe ADHD medication or provide medication titration.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Do I need a GP referral?

No. You can refer yourself directly to Autism Insight.

Can I have my assessment online?

Yes. We offer secure online ADHD assessments throughout Wales and across the UK.

How long does the assessment take?

Your assessment will include a detailed clinical interview, allowing sufficient time to explore your developmental history and current experiences thoroughly.

Do you assess autism as well?

Yes. We provide Adult Autism Assessments and combined Autism and ADHD (AuDHD) assessments where appropriate.

Do you prescribe ADHD medication?

No. We do not prescribe medication or offer medication titration. If medication is something you wish to explore, we can advise you on the appropriate next steps following diagnosis.

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Why Choose Autism Insight?

When choosing a private ADHD assessment, it is important to feel confident in the experience of the clinicians carrying out your assessment.

At Autism Insight, we offer:

  • Experienced neurodevelopmental clinicians
  • Neuro-affirming and compassionate approach
  • Assessments informed by NICE guidance
  • Comprehensive diagnostic reports
  • Face-to-face appointments in Cardiff
  • Secure online assessments across the UK
  • No GP referral required
  • No waiting list
  • Post-diagnostic support following diagnosis

Our aim is not simply to provide a diagnosis but to help you better understand yourself and move forward with confidence.

Book Your Adult ADHD Assessment in Cardiff

If you are looking for a private Adult ADHD Assessment in Cardiff, Autism Insight is here to support you.

We offer a free 15-minute consultation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions about the assessment process and decide whether our service is right for you.

Get in touch today

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📞 07985 683961

 

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