Make content about: Michael fought for his diagnosis
Michael spent sixty years feeling different. When doctors diagnosed an attention and hyperactivity condition, they took it back the next day.
This story
After having a stroke during lockdown, Michael was told his memory issues might be linked to an attention and hyperactivity condition. A psychiatrist diagnosed him and prescribed medication, only to call him back the next day to reverse the diagnosis. Michael challenged the decision and used the Right to Choose system to secure an independent assessment, which confirmed he has the condition.
Where you could take it
Sit down with Michael to hear how he advocated for his diagnosis and how life has changed since finally receiving answers.
The charity
- Charity: Help And Care
- Registration number: 1055056
- Based in: Dorset