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Adult ADHD Assessment Pathway Online

Start an adult ADHD assessment pathway with a bulk billed telehealth GP. Initial discussion, screening, and referrals to an appropriate specialist.

Adult ADHD in Australia

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can persist into adulthood. Adults with ADHD may experience difficulties with attention, organisation, impulsivity, and emotional regulation. Because presentations vary widely and symptoms often overlap with other conditions such as anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, careful assessment is important.

In Australia, formal diagnosis of adult ADHD is generally undertaken by a psychiatrist or other appropriately qualified specialist. A GP plays an important role in the pathway — by listening, screening, identifying coexisting conditions, and providing the referral.

How a telehealth GP can help

A NewDoc GP can take a detailed history, discuss your concerns, use validated screening tools where appropriate, and consider other conditions that may explain or contribute to your symptoms. Your GP can issue a referral to a psychiatrist for formal assessment. Wait times for specialists vary; your GP can help you navigate options.

A GP can also create a Mental Health Treatment Plan for access to Medicare-rebated psychology sessions, which may help with coping strategies, coexisting anxiety or depression, and life skills such as time management and organisation.

Medication pathways

Medications used to treat ADHD are classified as controlled substances in Australia and are subject to strict state-based regulations. Initial prescribing is typically undertaken by a psychiatrist. Once stable, shared-care arrangements with a GP may be possible in some states. Your GP can explain the process that applies in your state and help coordinate your care.

References

This content is informational and does not replace individual medical advice. For personal assessment, book a consultation with your GP. In emergencies, call 000.

Reviewed by Dr. Jason Yu FRACGP

Last reviewed 16 April 2026. Editorial policy

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Frequently asked questions

Can a telehealth GP diagnose adult ADHD?

In Australia, formal ADHD diagnosis in adults is generally made by a psychiatrist, paediatrician (for younger people), or — in some states — another appropriately qualified specialist. A GP can conduct initial screening, take a history, and refer you for specialist assessment.

Can ADHD medication be prescribed via telehealth?

Medications used to treat ADHD are tightly regulated in Australia and generally require specialist involvement for initial prescription. State regulations vary on who can continue prescribing once stable. A GP can discuss the pathway and what is permissible in your state.

How long does specialist assessment take?

Waiting times for psychiatrists vary significantly. A GP can provide a referral and, where appropriate, suggest strategies to support you while you wait. Some specialists offer telehealth assessment, which may reduce wait times.

What other support can a GP provide?

A GP can help you understand your symptoms, exclude or manage conditions that can coexist (such as anxiety, depression, sleep issues), connect you with psychology via a Mental Health Treatment Plan, and provide ongoing coordination of your care.

Is the consultation bulk billed?

Yes. NewDoc bulk bills telehealth consultations for eligible Medicare cardholders. There is no out-of-pocket cost for the consultation or the referral.

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