Understanding Autism and ADHD diagnosis and assessment

Understanding diagnosis and assessments

Information from the NHS

• Autism assessments
• ADHD assessment

Referral, diagnosis, and assessment information

For ADHD

For 6+ years old, go to Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

For Autism

Under 11 years old

• For under 11 years old in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove: East Sussex Healthcare child development clinic
• For under 11 years old in West Sussex and Brighton and Hove, or under 9 years old in Chichester: Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust child development clinic
• For under 11 years old in West Sussex and Brighton and Hove: University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust child development clinic

Over 11 years old

For 11+ years old: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

The NHS Right to Choose Framework lets you select your NHS-funded healthcare provider, following a referral from a GP or professional.

Who to speak to if you think your child may be Autistic or ADHD

If you think your child may be Autistic or ADHD, speak to:

• Your GP
• A health visitor (for children under 5)
• Any other health professional you or your child see, such as another doctor or therapist
• Your child's SENCO (special educational needs co-ordinator) at school

Support before and after the assessment

The Brighton and Hove Local Offer provides information about all the local services for families, children and young people.