labels are useful many reasons: explaining our behavior, targeting medications and/or knowing which may not be appropriate, knowing what we are dealing with and so being able to research and learn more about what is making us tick...and then there are the legal reasons, such as qualifying for disability benefits, or accommodations in school/work per the ADA.

I used to hear people ask this same question when it came to my child (or any child) having adhd and learning disabilities...with out a label, he would not receive adequate or appropriate medical treatment or interventions from school, nor qualify for special education services. Did I want to label him? not really...but the argument is...regardless he would get a label, 'dummy', 'stupid', 'lazy'...which would you think is more disturbing?