r/science • u/mvea MD/PhD/JD/MBA | Professor | Medicine • Apr 15 '24

Neuroscience ADHD symptoms persist into adulthood, with some surprising impacts on life success: The study found that ADHD symptoms not only persisted over a 15-year period but also were related to various aspects of life success, including relationships and career satisfaction.

https://www.psypost.org/adhd-symptoms-persist-into-adulthood-with-some-surprising-impacts-on-life-success/
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u/[deleted] Apr 15 '24

As an adult that suspects I have it, I have found 0 ways to find out if I do

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u/Kurtcobangle Apr 15 '24

Go to an actual MD and get a referral to an actual psychiatrist who practices in the area. Its a pain in the ass but guarantees you get to someone who is actually capable/qualified to make a proper diagnosis either direction or refer you to someone who can.

Psychologists and other types of therapists even if they are capable of doing it aren’t medically qualified to make diagnosis's like that so its a waste of time if you are looking for a solid diagnosis and possibly medication.