ADHD Assessments - FOI Response Register

Can you provide the following information?

1. The number of adults diagnosed each year from 2013-2022. And a breakdown of these numbers by gender of patients

In accordance with FOISA s 17(1), NHS Shetland confirms that it does not hold the information requested.

CMHT only established an ADHD pathway in December 2022 and as such cannot provide an answer to this question.

2. Number of patients assessed for ADHD from 2018-2022. And a breakdown of these numbers by gender of patients

In accordance with FOISA s 17(1), NHS Shetland confirms that it does not hold the information requested.

CMHT only established an ADHD pathway in December 2022 and as such cannot provide an answer to this question.

3. Number of GP referrals requesting ADHD assessment for a patient from 2018-2023. And a breakdown of these numbers by gender of patients

52 in 2022 (24 female, 28 male)

80 in 2023 so far (53 female, 27 male)

4. The average current waiting time for patients to get an ADHD assessment.

5-6 months

5. Any criteria you insist patients meet before they can be assessed for ADHD.

Screening appointment with the GP before referring.