The ADHD Centre 2024-01-07 Person 5 5 0

I cannot thank Dr Zadeh enough for his continuous care and support since first joining The ADHD Centre as a private patient. If you are looking for a dedicated, caring, and thorough Psychiatrist, then look no further. I've struggled with my Mental Health since around 2015 and initially sought treatment on the NHS. I was diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety and Depression and was treated with various medications, CBT, and Psychotherapy for approximately 8 years. 2023 was when things started to spiral, and although previous medications had helped keep things at a level, no one medication has ever really clicked, hence changing several times. It was only late 2023 that family and friends suggested it may be something else entirely: ADHD. At first, I was reluctant to even entertain the idea. Though over the course of a few weeks, and as I researched a bit more, things started to line up. I filled in several online screening tests, all of which came back with a high likelihood, with recommendations to get assessed. I contacted my NHS GP and discussed my concerns, all of which they validated and supported. Unfortunately, they were unable to refer me through the NHS or Right To Choose due to the large waiting list, though reiterated that they would support me in any way they could if I went private. After hours of searching through Google for private Psychiatry clinics specializing in Adult ADHD, I stumbled upon The ADHD Centre. Sceptical at first, I went from page to page looking at current Psychiatrists, reviews, prices, and other information before I ended up booking an assessment with Dr Ahmad Mahmoud Zadeh. I wasn't sure what to expect, though reading through his profile, I felt reassured he was the right Doctor for me. Before the assessment, I was sent two questionnaires to have family or friends to fill out, an observation survey if you will, one for childhood and one for adulthood. On the day of the assessment, I was understandably nervous. It was online via Zoom and lasted around 2 to 2.5 hours. Dr Zadeh was professional, courteous, caring, and knowledgeable from the start. He made me feel at ease while I was answering his questions, giving examples, and asking a ton of my own questions. After the assessment and reviewing his notes, he officially diagnosed me with ADHD Combined type. He asked how I felt, made sure everything was explained clearly, and set out the next steps, making sure to leave space for any questions or concerns on my end. At the time, I was happy yet frustrated, relieved yet anxious, plus every other emotion in-between, all of which he understood and quantified. At no point did I feel lost, and I thank Dr Zadeh and the whole ADHD Centre team for that. Over the next few months, I was asked to book in preliminary tests to start medication after a fully informed conversation with Dr Zadeh. At no point was I forced down this route. In fact, he made sure to cover all treatment options and ultimately left the decision down to me, which I wholeheartedly appreciate. After Bloods, ECG, Echo, BP, Pulse, Height, and Weight tests, which again were all supported by my GP, I started titration on Methylphenidate Modified Release with the addition of an extra one or two Instant Release tablets to suppress some morning/evening side effects. All of this occurred in a controlled manner over several months, meeting once a month for a review, checking vitals, side effects, and general wellbeing. As of today, I am stable on medication, meeting with Dr Zadeh every 6 months for a review. I can confidently say I have never felt better. It's as if someone has flicked a switch or fixed a frayed cable! To think I have most likely suffered with ADHD my entire life without even considering it is crazy. But, as pointed out by Dr Zadeh, it may not be first apparent in childhood, especially if you have a top-notch support network (family, friends, teachers, etc.). Thank you again, Dr Zadeh and The ADHD Centre team!