- Mill Hill, London
- 020 8358 7100
- info@chaselodgehospital.com
Chase Lodge Autism and ADHD is committed to providing a thorough Child and Adolescent Pathway for families interested in undertaking assessments for your neurodevelopmental concerns like autism and ADHD. Our multidisciplinary team of clinicians will work closely with you as the parent/caregiver so you know that your child is receiving high quality and individualised service through the Child and Adolescent specialised Pathway. Each child is different in how they present, and every assessment is trialled with the utmost care and consider their developmental, medical, and educational needs. From the first point of contact to post-diagnostic support, our structured Child and Adolescent Pathway aims to allow you to know we will direct you at each stage and we will enable you to gain clarity throughout the assessment process.
If you choose to proceed with the Child and Adolescent Pathway assessment at Chase Lodge Hospital, the clinicians will explain the fees, provide necessary questionnaires, and determine whether the assessment should be virtual or in-person. The hospital administration will then coordinate with you to schedule the assessment at a convenient time.
Before the assessment, we kindly request that you share any reports from previous professionals who have worked with your child, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, or paediatricians. You will also be provided with questionnaires that should be completed at least one week before the appointment. These questionnaires are vital to gathering information on your child’s development and current functioning as part of the Child and Adolescent Pathway.
The Child and Adolescent Pathway at Chase Lodge Hospital includes a team of Consultant Paediatricians, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Clinical Psychologists. They work together to provide comprehensive care based on your child’s unique needs. The assessments follow NICE guidelines and may include one or more of the following options:
This option is ideal for children under 5 or for older children with uncertain neurodevelopmental profiles.
Assessment Includes:
Post-Diagnostic Support for Paediatric Developmental Assessments:
After diagnosis, multidisciplinary support is available, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Clinical Psychologists.
For more information about our services, our history, or to schedule an appointment, contact us directly. At Chase Lodge Hospital, your health is our highest priority, and we look forward to being a part of your journey to optimal well-being.
When you reach out to us, we will ask a series of questions to help determine whether it is best to start with one of these assessments. However, it is relatively common for people to suspect that they are the child might be struggling with both ADHD and autism. If this is the case for you, we would recommend that your child has our combined ADHD and autism assessment, which will explore whether they meet the diagnostic criteria for both conditions.
We use the gold standard tools for our assessments and follow the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines when offering our services. This means that our assessments are evidence-based and that our clinicians adhere to the highest standards of practice set in the UK. As such, further NHS assessments should not be required. Once you have received a report from the service confirming diagnosis, you can distribute the report e.g. to your GP or child’s school so they can update their records.
Generally, once our screening has been completed we can complete the whole process within a few weeks. We would recommend contacting us for a more accurate idea of waiting times as this is subject to change depending on demand.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects people’s ability to pay attention, control impulsive behaviours, and manage their energy levels. People with ADHD might find it hard to focus, sit still, or finish tasks. They might also act before thinking or have trouble organising their thoughts and actions.
The process starts by submitting a referral form through the Chase Lodge website, followed by an initial consultation to discuss your child’s needs and the assessment pathway.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is diagnosed by professionals who are highly skilled and experienced in carrying out diagnostic assessments. There are 4 components to the assessment:
The assessment would typically last about 2.5 hours, with feedback provided on the same day.
Medications commonly used to treat ADHD are stimulants like Methylphenidate and Amphetamine-based treatments, which help improve concentration and reduce impulsivity and hyperactivity.
We cannot guarantee a definitive diagnosis. Our assessment process relies on our clinical expertise. If we determine that the criteria for a diagnosis are not met, we will discuss this with you during the feedback session and provide recommendations based on individual strengths and needs.
Whether the challenges you or your child are facing stem from neurodevelopmental disorders like autism or ADHD, or from other difficulties, gaining insights and support can aid in aligning with personal values and life objectives. Regardless of whether a formal diagnosis is reached, we can furnish a comprehensive report outlining strengths, needs, and suggestions for support.
The assessment cost for child ADHD is £895, with potential additional costs for specific treatments or medications depending on the individual case.
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Following diagnosis, support may encompass behavioural interventions, educational assistance, occupational therapy guidance, medication management, and access to workshops offering strategies for coping with ADHD.
If a broader assessment is needed to consider other conditions, we can carry out the further assessments to assess for: Developmental Coordination Disorder, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Learning Disability and Mental Health assessments.
