ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

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ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect concentration, emotional regulation, impulsivity, organisation and day-to-day functioning. While many people associate ADHD with hyperactivity in children, ADHD can present very differently from person to person and is often experienced by adults who may have struggled for years without fully understanding why.

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People with ADHD may find it difficult to stay focused on tasks, manage time effectively, complete routines or maintain attention during conversations and meetings. Others may experience restlessness, racing thoughts, emotional overwhelm, forgetfulness or difficulties managing work, education or relationships. ADHD can also exist alongside anxiety, low self-esteem, autism or mental fatigue, particularly when someone has spent years masking or trying to cope without support.

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Although ADHD symptoms are often first noticed during childhood, many adults seek a private ADHD assessment later in life after recognising long-standing patterns that are affecting their wellbeing, confidence or ability to function comfortably in everyday situations.

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Dr Zoe Cross provides private ADHD assessments, testing and diagnosis in a supportive, thoughtful and non-judgemental environment. Her approach is friendly, professional and tailored to the individual, helping people feel listened to and understood throughout the assessment process.

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Private ADHD Assessments for Adults and Young People

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Many people seeking an ADHD assessment have spent years feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed or frustrated by challenges they have never been able to fully explain. Difficulties with concentration, impulsivity, emotional regulation, executive functioning and organisation can have a significant impact on education, employment, relationships and overall wellbeing.

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ADHD can present differently in adults and young people, and symptoms are not always obvious. Some individuals appear highly functioning on the surface while privately struggling with exhaustion, disorganisation, anxiety, procrastination or difficulties managing everyday responsibilities. This can be especially common in women and girls, where ADHD traits are sometimes masked or overlooked.

​A private ADHD assessment provides an opportunity to explore these experiences in greater depth and better understand how ADHD may be affecting different areas of life.