It’s not laziness. It’s neurobiology.
Specialist, NICE-compliant ADHD assessments for adults. We combine clinical expertise with QbTest technology to validate your struggles and unlock your true potential.
The “Why Now?”
The explanation you’ve been waiting for.
Many adults with ADHD have spent decades believing they are “disorganised,” “unmotivated,” or “just need to try harder.” You might be high-functioning in your career but burning out behind the scenes to keep up.
At AYC, we understand that Adult ADHD often looks like chronic procrastination, time-blindness, emotional dysregulation, or a racing mind that never sleeps.
Our assessment provides the clinical context to reframe these challenges—shifting the narrative from “character flaw” to “neurodivergent difference.”
Why We Use Technology
Objective Proof, Not Just Opinion.
Many adults worry they are “making it up” or just “need to focus better.” That is why we use the QbTest, an FDA-cleared, objective assessment tool..
How it works
You perform a 15-20 minute computer task at our Warrington centre while an infrared camera tracks your movement and attention.
The Data
It measures your attention span, impulse control, and motor activity down to the millimetre.
The Result
We generate a visual graph comparing your brain’s performance against a control group of adults your age and gender. It provides the concrete data you need to silence the doubt.
A comprehensive clinical investigation.
We do not offer 20-minute “tick-box” diagnoses. Our pathway follows NICE Guideline NG87.
Clinical Interview (DIVA-5)
Gold-standard framework to explore your symptoms both now and in childhood (a requirement for diagnosis).
The QbTest
Objective “biomarker” data to support the clinical interview and rule out other causes.
Functional Assessment
Chartered Psychologists assess functional impairment: How is this affecting your job, relationships, and mental health?
Informant Data
Where possible, we gather information from someone who knows you well (partner, parent, friend) for a second perspective.
Diagnosis & Report
A detailed clinical report. This document is your “passport” to accessing support under the Equality Act.
Understanding the 3 Presentations
It doesn’t always look like hyperactivity.
ADHD presents differently in every child. We assess for all three types:
Hyperactive/Impulsive
Constantly moving, struggling to wait their turn, talking excessively. Often described as “driven by a motor.”
Inattentive (formerly ADD)
Daydreaming, forgetful, easily distracted. Often missed in school because they aren’t “disruptive”, but they are struggling silently.
Combined Type
A mix of both impulsive energy and difficulty sustaining focus. This is the most common presentation.
Why NICE Compliance Matters
A Diagnosis You Can Trust.
With the rise of quick online diagnoses, schools and the NHS are becoming stricter about what they accept.
Gold Standard
We strictly follow NICE Guideline NG87.
School Support
Our reports are robust enough to support applications for EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans) and Extra Time in exams.
Medical Referrals
While AYC provides the diagnosis and behavioural support, our report is the valid “key” you need to access a Psychiatrist or Paediatrician if you wish to explore medication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. ADHD is often a regulation issue, not a deficit. “Hyper-focus” on high-dopamine activities (like gaming) is a common trait of ADHD.
Not necessarily. Diagnosis opens the door to medication if you choose that path, but it also unlocks school support, therapy, and environmental adjustments. The choice is always yours.
Yes. These conditions frequently overlap. We offer a [Combined Assessment Pathway] which saves time and money compared to two separate processes..