Can a psychologist diagnose ADHD in Canada if they cannot prescribe?

A psychologist in Canada can typically diagnose or assess ADHD even though they cannot prescribe medication. Diagnosis and prescribing are different authorities. Psychologists do not prescribe in Canada or the UK. FasTreat also offers private online ADHD assessment and ongoing care, depending on your needs and clinical assessment. Related reading: https://www.fastreat.com/en/adhd-faq References: https://www.camh.ca/en/professionals/treating-conditions-and-disorders/adult-adhd/adult-adhd---treatment/adult-adhd---pharmacotherapy https://www.caddra.ca/guideline-overview/ https://www.caddra.ca/

My psychologist was the first person who said ADHD out loud for me, and I was so relieved I almost asked them to just write the meds. They were clear they do not do that. I sat with the report for weeks before I booked a medical appointment, partly from avoidance. Having a diagnosis on paper and no bottle felt unfinished in a way I did not expect. I would not assume anyone else's psychologist visit ends the same way. This is only the gap I lived through.