I think in most cases you could probably just ask your dr if you are unsure of your specific dxes and discuss why they do or do not agree with previous dxes.

In my case the dx of adhd was made 5 yrs before the dx of bp and gad . The actual dx of soc anx dis had not been given until this year (7 yrs after the bp dx) though clearly I have lived with it through my entire life.

What I remember from when my son was in sp. Ed., the label is what gets you the necessary educational or medical services or treatments. Or gets the provider the correct payments. We hope.