Getting a diagnosis of ADHD can make a big difference in you manage your life.
I was diagnosed with ADHD at age 36 (female, Germany) during a heavy phase of depression. Acknowledging that i am depressed was the hardest bit. My husband told me he worries about me. He was right, i was being bullied at work (social worker) by my former boss. I was suicidal. But i listened to … Read more
Growing up, I struggled with shyness and a lack of confidence. While I thrived in sports and music during my primary years, entering secondary school made me feel increasingly out of place. Now, at 57, I’ve come to terms with my identity as a misfit, and I’ve learned to celebrate it. As a writer when … Read more
Hi! My name is Daphne, I got diagnosed with ADHD when i was 11! And my medication has helped me with focusing and needing a fidget in my hand every second. It has also helped with my understanding of some things. So, i highly recommend medication i take Ritalin its very good and helped me … Read more
My name is Lizabeth Carney and I was diagnosed with ADHD, which came with several other disorders. I lived 48 years with no medication. It was hard and I put my body through hell living like that. I realized maybe I needed to adopt medication to my cognitive behavioral therapy and it’s working. I am … Read more
I never knew I had ADHD. I wasn’t hyper, so I figured everyone got distracted sometimes. I got by—but always felt just a little behind.
I was one of the lucky ones who got diagnosed early.
Diagnosing and treating ADHD in adulthood helps improve life by fostering self-acceptance and understanding your challenges.
Fact: The rates with which ADHD is diagnosed vary so much primarily due to diagnostic criteria and measurement methods used.
We understand ADHD symptoms well, but need more info on how they affect functions and whether treatment effectively improves daily functioning.
Adults are often assessed and diagnosed with ADHD by a psychologist or others who perform a psychoeducational assessment