Stockport ASD - ADHD adult diagnostic service
We offer an assessment to diagnose if you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
This is available if you're aged 16 years and above, and you are registered with a Stockport GP.
Our team is made up of consultant psychiatrists, registered mental health nurses and a speech and language therapist.
Please note that our service currently has very long waiting lists and it may be several years before we can offer you an assessment. We are working hard to improve this and we will keep you informed about the waiting times by writing to you from time to time.
What happens if you're diagnosed?
ADHD
If you receive a diagnosis of ADHD then we might offer medication. If you decide you want to start medication then you will see us until your treatment is stable.
Once your treatment is stable, you will be discharged back to your GP under a shared care agreement so they can issue your prescriptions. You will continue to receive an annual review from us while on medication.
If you decide not to take medication or this is not right for you, then we will give you some information about other strategies to help you cope with your symptoms.
We might refer you to other agencies that can offer help and support, such as a Care Act assessment, support with employment or talking therapies.
Austism spectrum disorder
If you receive a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, we will provide you with some information on where you can get ongoing or urgent support.
We might refer you on to other agencies that can offer help and support, such as a Care Act assessment, support with employment or talking therapies.
We will also provide a link to our video which provides information about austim and what this may mean for you.