ADHD
How to Prepare for an Adult ADHD Assessment in Greece
What to bring and what to expect at an adult ADHD assessment in Greece, in English: notes, documents and questions to ask. Two 45-minute appointments in Trikala or online.
Short answer
You do not need a diagnosis, a school report or a perfect memory to start. A good preparation is a short, honest set of notes about real situations, a list of your medicines and any earlier reports you have, and three questions for the end of the appointment. At this practice, the assessment is usually two appointments of 45 minutes each, at 130 euro per appointment (260 euro in total). It uses a structured interview (DIVA-5) and ends with a clear conclusion and a written report in English or Greek. You can be seen in Trikala or by video call from anywhere in Greece. A complex history may need a further session.
What many people tell me
The most common thing I hear from adults with ADHD is: “I had been thinking about this for a long time, but I was very anxious. I did not know where it would lead, or whether I wanted to hear that something was wrong with me.” If this is how you feel, you are not alone, and it is a normal reason to wait.
After the assessment is complete, many people ask why they did not do it years earlier. After treatment starts, some feel sad about how much difficulty they could have been spared, and they are hard on themselves. In reality, it was not their fault. Looking back is understandable, but it does not change what you can do from now on. — Dr. Georgios Mylonas
What the assessment is, and what it is not
An ADHD assessment is a clinical conversation. The doctor asks about attention, restlessness and impulsivity, and about how they have affected your life: first in childhood, then at school or early work, then now. The questions follow a structured interview called DIVA-5, which is based on the DSM-5 criteria and has been checked in several countries and languages [3]. A screening questionnaire such as the ASRS can be a useful first step, but it cannot give a diagnosis on its own, and you do not need to complete one before your first visit.
Quality standards for adult assessments agree on the main points: a semi-structured interview with open questions, real-life examples of symptoms and of the difficulties they cause, and a look at other conditions that can look similar or occur together, such as anxiety, low mood or sleep problems [1][2]. Because appointment time is limited, good notes help you use it well.
Step 1: Write down situations, not labels
“I am always late” is hard to work with. “Last month I missed a flight because I started a task at home and lost track of time” is much easier. For each example, write three things: what happened, where it happened, and what the consequence was. Also note what helps you and how much effort it takes. If something works only when you push very hard, that is useful information.
If you do not remember a period well, write exactly that: “I do not remember.” Please do not fill the gaps with guesses. A gap is information too, and the doctor can work with it.
Step 2: Organise your story in three parts
Childhood (roughly up to age 12): how you behaved at school and at home, what teachers or parents said, even if you remember only a few things.
School, studies or first jobs: what was easy, what was hard, and what you did to cope.
The present: work or study, relationships, daily routines, money, time keeping.
Symptoms that appear only in adulthood are assessed differently from symptoms that have been present since childhood, so the first part matters even if it is short.
Step 3: Bring what you have (and do not worry about what you do not have)
Reports from previous doctors or psychologists, if any.
A current list of medicines and supplements, with the names as written on the box.
School reports or any information from childhood, if they exist. A parent, partner or sibling may help, with your consent.
Your own questions about symptoms and goals.
A missing document does not by itself stop the assessment.
Step 4: Note the things that can look like ADHD
Tell the doctor about your sleep, recent changes in concentration, anxiety or low mood, physical health, and the use of alcohol, caffeine or other substances. These can affect attention and should be considered in the assessment. If you already take medicine, do not stop or change it to prepare for the visit unless your doctor has told you to.
Step 5: If your appointment is by video call
Check your camera, microphone and internet connection, and use a quiet room where you will not be interrupted. Have your medicine list, previous reports and notes next to you.
Step 6: Three questions to ask at the end
What is your conclusion, and what supports it?
What still needs to be clarified?
What is the next step, and who does it?
Write the answers down. If a medicine is discussed, the decision comes after the assessment, never before it.
What it costs and how long it takes
The usual assessment is two appointments of 45 minutes at 130 euro each (260 euro in total), in Trikala or by video call. The second appointment ends with a conclusion and a written report in English or Greek.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a diagnosis or a referral to book?
No. You can book through the calendar on the home page or by phone. Please bring any earlier reports if you have them.
I cannot remember much about my childhood. Should I cancel?
No. Many adults remember little. Tell the doctor early, and discuss together how the limits of memory affect the assessment. Information from a relative or an old school document can help, but it is not always required.
Do I have to do an online test first?
No. A screening test can show whether further assessment makes sense, but it is not a diagnosis and it is not required before the first visit.
Should I stop my medication before the appointment?
No, unless your doctor has told you to. Bring the list of what you take.
Can I do the assessment in English?
Yes. Appointments are held in English or Greek, in Trikala or by video call.
Will I get medication after the assessment?
That depends on the assessment. The doctor decides after the appointment and discusses the options with you. Nothing is promised in advance.
Sources
[1] Adamou M, Arif M, Asherson P, et al. The adult ADHD assessment quality assurance standard. Front Psychiatry. 2024;15:1380410. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1380410 (PMID 39156609)
[2] Kooij JJS, Bijlenga D, Salerno L, et al. Updated European Consensus Statement on diagnosis and treatment of adult ADHD. Eur Psychiatry. 2019;56:14-34. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpsy.2018.11.001 (PMID 30453134)
[3] Hong M, Kooij JJS, Kim B, et al. Validity of the Korean version of DIVA-5: a semi-structured diagnostic interview for adult ADHD. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat. 2020;16:2371-2376. https://doi.org/10.2147/NDT.S262995 (PMID 33116536)
This guide is general information for adults. It does not replace a clinical assessment. If you are in crisis or at risk, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Author: Dr. Georgios Mylonas, Psychiatrist – Psychotherapist. Last updated: 29 October 2026.
