Because the condition can be difficult to diagnose, particularly in adults, it’s also crucial that you work with a professional whose trained to rule out other conditions and make an appropriate diagnosis. A good place to start? Attention Deficit Disorder Association or your local Mental Health Association can refer you to a general physician, psychologist, or psychiatrist equipped with the knowledge to reach a proper diagnosis.
Meanwhile, the cost of going untested or untreated could result in:
- Addiction to alcohol, tobacco, and drugs in an effort to self-medicate.
- Never reaching your full potential in your career, relationships or education.
- Financial woes due to impulsivity.
- Repeated patterns of relationship issues, including divorce.
- Health problems due to compulsive poor eating, neglecting exercise, or forgetting to take important medication.
Don’t get caught up on the negative stigma associated with ADHD. Get tested today!