The ADHD Nurse

09/10/2025

We don’t ’over-diagnose’ ADHD
We diagnose the undiagnosed!

07/10/2025

25/09/2025

👀 People who come for an assessment, worry so much about remembering everything they need to tell me. Worry they might not have prepared enough & will ‘mess it up’…….

👩🏻‍⚕️You forget that a skilled, experienced & knowledgable assessor will not just ask you questions, but make observations & gain insights without you feeling like you are being interrogated…you actually get more out of someone, when they feel comfortable & it’s free flowing…..as that’s when the mask comes off (unknowingly 🎭)

🧠Do these traits sound familiar??
🤔Have you considered ADHD?

Need our help? 👇

Complete our brief form in the link in my bio and we will be in touch 🫶

28/08/2025

👩‍⚕️These of just a few of the hidden struggles of an adult living with ADHD.....

🧐If you feel exposed by this post or it makes you squirm inside as it feels like its written about you.....Don't take it personally, take it as a sign to reach out for some help 🙌

26/08/2025

🧐What does 'coping' with ADHD look like for you?

👩‍⚕️I know for me living with ADHD, can sometimes be about surviving the day ahead...

🤯Always feeling like I'm 10 steps behind & only acting on things that have become 'urgent' instead of dealing with them weeks ago.

🙅‍♀️Don't get me wrong, I also have times where I feel like I'm in control and on top of the daily load.....but it doesn't take much to tip it over into overwhelm again......& the cycle continues 🌀

Need are help? Complete 'contact us' form available through link in bio & we'll be in touch 🙌🏼

22/08/2025

👩🏻‍⚕️Lots of new followers recently so firstly a big Hello from me (Vicki) 👋

Here’s a recap on what we offer at The ADHD Nurse & how we can support you 🫶

If you are wanting GOLD STANDARD care….look no further 👀

📧Contact us for more info (follow link in bio)

05/08/2025

I’ve been keeping a little secret 🤫

A few months ago I had the pleasure of being involved in the making of the documentary….Do you have ADHD?

The documentary will be aired on channel 4 this evening at 8pm.

I had the pleasure of meeting this incredible lady . I admire her determination to help change negative views on ADHD & raise awareness for those who suffer with ADHD and in such a positive light 🧡

I haven’t seen the documentary put together, so there’s a lot of uncertainty for me. I just know I stayed true to myself & stood by what I know through years of endless learning about ADHD, training & experience (professional & personal)

I’ve asked myself from the day got in contact; Why me? Out of all the ADHD specialists out there?

I guess I’ll never know the real answer to this, but it gives me comfort knowing that someone heard my voice & trusted what I had to say 🧡

17/07/2025

👩‍⚕️The stigma attached to ADHD has massively shifted over the past few years...
Not in a good way sadly, despite there being more awareness and understanding of how ADHD can present in adults, females and those who didn't display typical ADHD traits in childhood.

👩‍⚕️The stigma used to be that a individual with ADHD presents as chaotic, hyperactive, behavioural problems, unable to complete education or hold down a job.......

👩‍⚕️Which research tells us this is not the case for everyone as there are so many other factors that influence a persons symptoms and that impairment caused by ADHD varies massively from person to person and can fluctuate throughout a persons life.

🧐The stigma has now shifted to an assumption that 'everyone is seeking a diagnosis of ADHD', looking for an excuse for their behaviours, or find the diagnosis 'trendy'. Many completely dismissing ADHD as a 'made up' diagnosis, despite the extensive research that has evidenced the presence of ADHD dating as far back to 1775 😮

😞This is lead to ADHD not being taken seriously and completely invalidating the challenges people with ADHD are faced with, including health inequalities, higher risk of mortality and vulnerability to mental health problems.

💜I meet people on a regular basis that share their stories, their life long challenges, the confusion & distress its caused not having any answers, feeling completely inadequate and feeling like that don't fit in this world. Believe me ADHD is very real & can be so detrimental to a persons life.

08/07/2025

"You're just jumping on a bandwagon"😤

🧐Everyone can be disorganised from time to time.
🧐Everyone will lose their car keys or forget an appointment from time to time
🧐Everyone will get distracted from time to time

It's the impact that these things have on someone's life that tip it over the threshold.

When someone has executive functioning difficulties, the impact on their life can be significant.

You could have every symptom associated with ADHD, but if it doesn't cause impairment within your life, in at least two different areas, it's very unlikely you have ADHD....

📞If you are unsure and need to chat it through with an expert- book in today for a free consultation......link to book in insta Bio 👆

12/06/2025

😞It's sad to think that their are people out there that hold back in seeking an assessment, due to the fear of being told ADHD isn't the route cause to their struggles.

"What if it's just all in my head?"
(well in kind of is 'all your head' as ADHD affects brain development & cognitive processes)

🧐This isn't the case for any other disorder/condition in healthcare or psychiatry (not to the same extent anyway)- this is very much driven by the stigma attached to ADHD, the misconceptions and fear of not being heard and being misunderstood.

🧑‍⚕️You wouldn't put off going to the doctors when you are experiencing physical symptoms that are causing pain, discomfort and impacting your functioning. You may already have an idea of what is causing your symptoms & have no hesitation with sharing your thoughts with the GP and requesting a referral to a specialist.

🤯But when someone is considering an ADHD assessment, they tie themselves in knots over it before actually seeking the support they need. Some of my clients had been considering seeking an assessment for a few years before they actually reached out....

The only thing they regretted was not seeking an assessment sooner 🫶

🧐Would love to hear other peoples experiences of seeking an ADHD assessment; 👇

What were the challenges?
Did you doubt yourself because of the stigma attached to ADHD?

02/06/2025

I totally get it…..making a decision to go private for an ADHD assessment, or any form of healthcare for that matter….is a big commitment!

I’d be hesitant too….🤯

There’s often a lot of uncertainty that comes with booking an ADHD assessment;

🫣What if it’s not ADHD?

🫣What if I’m stuck paying for medication privately?

🫣What if the NHS don’t recognise my diagnosis because I was seen privately?

🫣What are the costs involved following a diagnosis?

These concerns & questions are understandable!

Book in for your free consultation with me & ask as many questions as you like!

Once you have the answers, you will better equipped to make a decision whether a private assessment is right for you 🫶

🔗 Link below in comments to book your free consultation 🙌

27/05/2025

📣I’ve had several messages recently asking what it is we actually do at The ADHD Nurse

We can help with the following 👇

👉Gold standard ADHD assessment for teenagers (14+) & adults
👉ADHD medication titration
👉Medication reviews
👉Non-medication support packages
👉CBT
👉Advice & support sessions

& everything else in-between

📆Our waiting list for diagnostic assessment is currently 3 weeks

📍We are based just outside of Gloucester City, but can see you virtually if you are not local to us 👌

How to contact us 👇

✅Visit our website : www.theadhdnurse.co.uk
✅Complete ‘contact us’ form
✅We’ll be in touch