Diagnosis
Getting an ADHD diagnosis can feel confusing, and it’s not always easy to know where to start.
In Jersey, the pathway involves referrals, long waiting lists and plenty of paperwork from school reports to medical history and interviews. It’s a lot to navigate, particularly when you’re already trying to cope with daily life.
We’re here to make that journey easier. ADHD Jersey offers clear information, practical steps and emotional support at every stage before, during and after diagnosis so you never have to face the process alone.
The diagnosis process can be tricky and confusing to naigate
Stigma around ADHD is still prevelant even in health care
Waiting lists are currently at 5 years for adults
Diagnosis isn't easy and no not everyone has a diagnosis these days
Collect evidence now. For example: Reports from parents, school reports, Letters from partners.
Where to start
If you are looking for government support, your family GP is the best place to start when seeking an ADHD assessment. Please see here for a list of GP surgeries located in Jersey.
Before your appointment, it can help to make a note of any patterns you’ve noticed things like difficulties with focus, impulsive moments, restlessness, losing items, or feeling overwhelmed at school, work or home.
During the appointment, try to describe these experiences as clearly as you can. If a referral isn’t mentioned and you feel one would be helpful, you can gently express that by saying something like: “I’d find it reassuring to be assessed by a specialist, if that’s possible.”
During and After Assessment
Assessments may include questionnaires, interviews, and behavioural evaluations designed to understand how ADHD affects your daily life. The process can involve both you and those close to you, helping the specialist build a full picture of your experiences across different settings. If you receive a diagnosis, your specialist will take time to explain what it means and discuss treatment options such as therapy, medication, and personalised coping strategies to help you manage symptoms and build confidence moving forward.
Preparing for diagnosis
For Adults
Before your assessment, take some time to reflect on how attention, focus or impulsivity have affected you at different stages of life — at school, work and home. Write a brief summary highlighting key patterns or difficulties, and gather feedback from people who know you well. Including supporting documents, such as old school reports or performance reviews, can also give the specialist a clearer understanding of your experience.
For Kids
If your child is being assessed, ask teachers or caregivers for written observations about their behaviour in school, during lessons and in social settings. Try to note any patterns of inattention, impulsivity or hyperactivity that occur at home too. Keeping a short diary over a few weeks can provide valuable examples to share with the specialist during the assessment.
Our programmes
ADHD Jersey offers a range of programmes designed to support people of all ages in understanding and managing ADHD.
From STEPS, our adult personal development course, to our upcoming 2026 roll out of PX2, a youth programme focused on confidence and life skills, and 1-2-3 Magic, a practical parenting course, each programme provides real tools for everyday challenges.
These sessions are led by trained facilitators and combine lived experience with proven techniques to build confidence, structure and self-belief.
Our goal is to help create an environment where people with ADHD can thrive.
Get help with diagnosis
If you’d like step-by-step support with the diagnosis process, or simply want to meet for a chat, please get in touch with us, we would love to support you on your journey with ADHD.