Rebecca
Loan
Psychotherapy
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ADHD support
Testing for ADHD
You may be wondering whether testing is the right step and have some mixed feelings about what you will want to do with results afterwards.
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This is completely normal - however it is important to remember with ADHD knowledge is most definitely power.
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The more you learn about and understand you own symptoms, experiences and the complexity of the health condition you are living with the more empowered you are to manage symptoms in a way that benefits you.
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The first step is to complete the Self Test - this gives you an insight into the sort of questions you will be asked and also starts you thinking about patterns of symptoms across childhood, teens and adulthood.
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Seeing your results can bring relief, validation and clarity but it can also stir up feelings like regret, frustration, or worry.
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Often you will have more questions about what to do next.​
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The second step is to think about if you would like a Clinical Test with a psychiatrist.
Whatever you are currently feeling, it's normal and many others will be experiencing the same concerns as you.
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Here are two next steps.
Step 1
Self Test
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The self test is your first step to understanding your unique ADHD.
The version I have created based on the official test includes supportive prompts for better accuracy, its free and answers are instant!
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✔ Take my online ADHD self-test - Get a sense of your symptoms, their impact and frequency, plan next steps, feel better prepared for your clinical test and gain a better understanding of what is happening for you.
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✔ Book a Self-Test ADHD Session with me — Prefer taking your time and talking things through, want a second opinion? I’ll guide you through helping you reflect on how ADHD shows up in your life (work, home, relationships), and make sense of the results together.
This option is particularly good for adults that suspect they have ADHD but may be heavily masking to manage symptoms.
Clinical Test
If you decide the right next step for YOU is a clinical assessment,
I can help with:
✅ Finding a psychiatrist – I have a recommended list.
✅ Preparing for your ADHD assessment – Knowing what to expect can make a huge difference.
✅ Making the most of your appointment – I can share my Psychiatrist Prep List so you don’t forget key details.
​Step 2
TOP TEST TIPS
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1. Grab a Pen & Paper – Writing things down can help you process your thoughts and notice patterns in your answers.
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2. Think Back to Childhood – ADHD symptoms start early, even if they weren’t recognised at the time.
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3. Look at Every Area of Life – ADHD affects work, relationships, social life, and home in different ways.
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4. Find Someone Who Gets you – Who knows you well can help you reflect on the accuracy of your results.
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5. Include effort – You may have coping skills in place or spend alot of time/effort masking some symptoms.
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