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Private ADHD Titration There is a nationwide shortage of medications to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing issues and an increase in demand worldwide. Our service can provide private ADHD treatment as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our assessments cost include the cost of one prescription. Titration A highly skilled consultant psychiatrist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your ADHD. This includes a thorough medical history, as well as an assessment using the typical ADHD questionnaires and rating scales. After your evaluation After your assessment, you will be informed if medication would be beneficial for your particular situation. This will take place at your follow up appointment (which can be scheduled in person by video link, in person or by phone). Your doctor will go over the different options for medication available. If you decide to start medication, we will help you the option of titrating your dose to ensure the best balance of benefits and side effects for you. This is a process which can take several weeks, and involves adjusting the dosage of your child's medication slowly until the right balance is reached. It is not uncommon to have to adjust up to three different medicines until you discover the one that is most suitable for your child's ADHD. Parents must participate in this titration process and keep a close eye on their child's behaviour to let the doctor know whether the medication is working or causing adverse effects. If you decide to return to NHS treatment the medication you take will be given as a private prescription which you will need to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in your consultation fees). You must keep up with your appointments every six months to monitor your medications. This includes pulse and blood pressure measurements. Annual checks are also required. Follow-up appointments After the assessment is complete after the assessment is completed, you can make follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist. The appointment is usually done through a zoom video call. However, in some instances, it could be possible to have an audio-only appointment to be scheduled (again with an additional cost). We will then go over treatment options and choose a bespoke, individualised ADHD medication titration. This will include a review and discussion of your medication dose and any side effects that you might be experiencing. The cost for these titration sessions is PS150 for face-to-face sessions and PS60 for telephone or online video consultations. The pharmacy will charge you for any charges for medication. The psychiatrist will ask questions about your family history as well as the effects of your ADHD symptoms on your life and any relationship problems or mental health issues you might be suffering from. This is because ADHD can be a genetic condition and it is important that we assess any family history that may indicate that you're at risk of developing the disorder. During the assessment, it is vital that you are truthful and open with the doctor in the sense that they will use the information you provide to determine whether you meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is a crucial step, since a wrong diagnosis could result in a prescription for medication that is not appropriate. If you've decided that you'd like to receive treatment for your ADHD We will arrange a follow up appointment with one of our psychiatrists that specialize in this area. If you'd like to start treatment immediately it is possible to start treatment when you are diagnosed. Or you can wait two weeks to think about the implications of the diagnosis and your options. If you're not sure what you would prefer, we suggest that you talk to your GP prior to scheduling your private assessment as some providers have different policies about whether they require an GP referral letter or not. We also recommend to confirm that your GP accepts a “Shared-Care Agreement', which means that once you are discharged from the clinic you will be sent back to them to get the prescription for medication. Medication For many people who seek an official diagnosis of ADHD medication is a crucial element of their treatment. Finding a prescription from an NHS psychiatrist can be difficult and long-winded. NHS waiting lists can be notoriously long and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services. Asking your GP to refer through Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry UK and ADHD 360). This means that you can choose one that provides an assessment and titration service. This can help you reduce time and be more convenient, especially if you have a busy work schedule. After you have been recommended, your physician will assess you to determine if require medication titration. You will be asked to fill out forms that are different for each provider, but the main ones are self-report questionnaires as well as medical histories from childhood to adulthood. They will help your physician determine any issues that could indicate that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications if they are prescribed. If private ADHD titration are being titrated the medication will consist of a mixture of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. These will be carefully tested and monitored to find the right combination for you. The process of titration can be lengthy and may need several additional appointments before you're stable on your dosage. Based on the type of medication you're taking, follow up appointments could be scheduled monthly or quarterly. This will include your physician checking that you are taking the correct medication, noting any adverse effects you have had and making any necessary adjustments to ensure that you remain in a safe dosage. You are required to attend an annual review as well as a routine health exam that includes pulse, blood pressure, and weight measurements. Some people might be satisfied with their treatment and don't need to discuss their titration process further. For those who require further discussion about their titration and treatment plans, it is possible that they will be referred back to the same private clinic that performed their initial assessment. If this occurs, the titration consultation will be included in their consultation fee and they will receive their medication on private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This could cost more than prescriptions from the NHS because the pharmacy will charge for the medication.