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Originally Posted by Than
I am new to this forum and have questions about ADD/ADHD concerning myself. How do you know that you have ADD/ADHD? Are there tests to take to find out if you have ADD/ADHD? I do not think I had problems when I was a kid but I do think I have problems now is that possible? Can ADD/ADHD develope later in life? What type of professional person does one see to determine if you do have ADD/ADHD? If it is not ADD/ADHD does the same Dr. determine what you may have?
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Hi,
I do not know much about ADHD, but from what I have read, it generally starts in childhood and does not develop in adulthood/later in life. Do you recognize any symptoms now that may have been present during childhood? I know for me lack of focus has always been present. I have not yet been diagnosed, but I am 100% positive that i have the inattentive type of ADHD (sans the hyperactivity).
Do you have a therapist? If so, ask your T if he/she has noticed any symptoms during your sessions that could be ADHD related. Also ask for a referral to someone who can do the assessment for you. If you have health insurance, try calling them for a list of doctors who can do the assessment or do a google search or find a support group in your area.
What problems are you currently experiencing? I know that there are many symptoms of depression and anxiety that can mimic ADHD and once the depression, anxiety etc has been successfully treated, you will be able to see any other lingering symptoms that may be something else entirely. So I would go from there. For me, I am currently taking meds for depression , but it has dont NOTHING for my lack of concentration, memory etc. So my med speciaslist advised me to be assessed for ADHD...
Good luck
