Who Can Diagnose ADHD and/or prescribe medication for ADHD?
- Psychiatrist (can diagnose and prescribe appropriate medication)
- Paediatrician (can diagnose and prescribe appropriate medication)
- General Practitioner (GP) (can diagnose and prescribe appropriate medication if they are competent in working with mental health disorders - they will usually refer you to a Psychiatrist or Paediatrician)
- Psychologist (usually a clinical, child or educational psychologist who can diagnose but not prescribe)
Dave Pughe-Parry does not diagnose any medical condition and does not prescribe medication.
He is an ADHD Coach who has ADHD and has spent the last 20+ years coaching, training and supporting Adults, Educators, Parents and Medical Professionals. He is highly respected by the medical professionals and educators he works with.
Wherever possible we invite medical professionals who are expert in ADHD to speak at our talks, workshops and conferences.