Update

I've been taking the generic form of Ritalin (see thread here http://forums.psychcentral.com/atten...0-ritalin.html )

I also had a follow up appointment for blood testing to measure the precursors to various neurotransmitters and coenzymes so I can better identify what I need to supplement. I would like to give alternative treatments like this another try and this test will help identify the best combination and dosages. My GP ordered it, but now there are a few problems.

My very overprotective parents whom I live with while finishing school (I'm moving out once I graduate in 6 months) like to get involved in this sort of stuff. Firstly, my mother (who has no background in science or medicine) is convinced I could have something else going on. I don't; I had blood work done before to rule out other problems. Considering my symptoms have been very similar and ongoing since early childhood and do not match any other disease or disorder, we know there isn't anything else amiss. While my mother means well, she is too overprotective and is really getting on my nerves.

Secondly, I'm on my parent's insurance. My parents want insurance to pay the roughly $180 for the test and copay. The doctor said they probably won't cover it. My mother cancels the test and wants to submit it to insurance before I reschedule it. I didn't know a parent could do this for an adult child? It's annoying because they are so involved in my healthcare decisions and now I have to find time out of my busy work and school schedule to make another appointment. I'm also waiting on insurance to pre-approve the test, but I only have a 2-week supply of Ritalin. I was supposed to have a followup appointment with the blood work, but now I have to wait. Ehhh, it's just so annoying and I can't stop ruminating on it.