ADHD Pre-Diagnosis Resources

These resources were created by the Adult Team at CAAS, with lots of input from ADHD adults, as well as from other professionals working in ADHD support services. We extend a huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to designing and producing these resources.

We hope that the resources in this section are helpful for those who want to know about the ADHD diagnosis process or about what being diagnosed with ADHD might mean for them.

ADHD Tips

You may be wondering if you have ADHD or you may already have a diagnosis. Here are some handy tips to help understand ADHD and make life a little easier.  

Leaflets

Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (official version)

Read our ADHD pre-diagnosis leaflet here and learn about the diagnostic process, support you can access, and what it might mean to you.

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Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (A3 version)

An A3 version of the leaflet. Please note that this should be printed on the short edge, and folded according to the grey lines.

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Pre-Diagnosis Leaflet (accessible/scroll-through version)

A more accessible / easy to read version of the pre-diagnosis leaflet.

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Expanded Pages

Printable Worksheet

A worksheet to support you to reflect on where you sit across a range of typical traits.

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Instructions for the Printable Worksheet

Instructions on how to complete the printable worksheet.

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Glossary

A glossary with definitions for some of the terms used in the leaflet above, which may be unfamiliar.

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Further Resources

The CAAS Trello board, which signposts to resources for adults throughout North-West London.

Information about Access to Work, which can give you a grant of money to buy equipment or services that will help you get into or stay in work.

If you need support with your physical or mental health, the links on this page may be able to help.

A space where our ADHD / autistic community can share their stories, including stories about their individual diagnosis pathways and experience.

CAAS has a range of services designed to support adults diagnosed with ADHD or autism. Discover them here.

This guide explains the importance of neuro-affirmative language and provides practical tips on using respectful, inclusive, and up-to-date terminology when talking about ADHD and autism.

A document to help you plan and organise what you would like to say during appointment with your GP. This can also be used for other healthcare appointments.