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What Information Should I Bring to an ADHD Appointment? 

PostedOctober 15, 2025
UpdatedOctober 16, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice
Author: Harriet Winslow, BSc | Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Preparing for your first ADHD appointment prep can make a big difference in how the consultation goes. Arriving with clear notes, timelines, and supporting documents helps your doctor understand your symptoms and history better. Knowing what to bring ADHD related can also ease your nerves and ensure nothing important is missed during the conversation. 

When gathering documents for ADHD assessment, focus on items that reflect your daily struggles and symptom patterns. Think about school reports, past medical records, workplace feedback, or even journals you’ve kept about your focus and routines. These can help build a clearer picture of your experiences over time. 

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How It Helps to Be Prepared 

Good preparation makes the most of your ADHD appointment prep and supports a more accurate evaluation. 

Symptom Notes 

Write down specific examples of how your attention, memory, or behaviour affects your day. These notes make it easier to explain your challenges clearly. 

Timeline of Difficulties 

A brief history of when symptoms started and how they’ve changed over time gives your doctor important context. 

Supporting Documents 

Bring any documents for ADHD assessment, including past diagnoses, therapy notes, or school feedback. These can strengthen your case and help with diagnosis. 

Knowing what to bring for ADHD appointments can help you feel more confident and ensure your doctor has everything they need to move forward effectively. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.    

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to How to talk to doctors or get assessed. 

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Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk
Harriet Winslow, BSc
Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk
Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy.