Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders and has led to increased recognition of neurodivergence on a social level. Symptoms typically start in childhood and often persist into adulthood, including inattention, short attention span, inability to maintain focus, forgetfulness, and poor time management.
Many adults suspect they may have ADHD and seek an assessment and a diagnosis. Different clinics in the UAE have a different methods for diagnosing ADHD since a universal consensus is lacking on how to diagnose it. A traditional ADHD assessment is mostly grounded in pediatric psychiatry given that the most common age of onset is for girls is usually between 5 and 9.
Adult ADHD presents differently. In adults, symptoms are often nuanced, so a targeted ADHD assessment for men and women is essential to differentiate ADHD from other conditions that may present with similar symptoms, such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, or substance use disorder. Conditions like bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder can mimic ADHD symptoms.
Furthermore, ADHD frequently coexists with depression, anxiety disorders, and substance use, which complicates diagnosis and also treatment. Some ADHD medication can actually worsen other conditions, such as anxiety.
The Valens Clinic is leading the way in offering a structured approach to ADHD screening in Dubai for adults of all ages.
The process is simplified and the cost of the ADHD screening and full assessment made affordable.
The Valens Clinic ensures each step aligns with best practices, supporting accurate diagnosis and effective management for ADHD symptoms. Specifically, we adopt the UKAAN and NICE guidelines in place in the United Kingdom. Online ADHD assessment is also available for adults in other UAE emirates and abroad.
At the Valens clinic, we recommend that you initially book an appointment with a psychiatrist for Adult ADHD screening. This will last one hour and will lead to a decision on whether to progress for the more comprehensive assessment.
The psychiatrist will then refer you to one of our trained psychologists for standardized testing.
Finally a feedback session will close the process and advise on diagnosis and treatment for ADHD when appropriate.
It is never too late to get assessed for ADHD.
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