The ADHD TEST PROCESS: What's Involved, Why It Matters...

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[angellin]

This is good to know!! Loved the new engaging video edits 😊

[GoADHDGo]

Hope you don’t mind but I included a link to this video in my “I Think I Have ADHD. What Do I Do?” video description.

I might make a follow up video to that video and just tell my subscribers to go watch this video. :)

[dencia]

In truth, thank you very much, you are helping me as you can not imagine Pdt I am Mexican ❤️

[gabrielorodriguez]

My doctor told me he can only treat ADHD but can't diagnose it so he put a referral in for me to go to the Mental Health Clinic and they set me up an appointment with someone and I jusy finished and all it was was basically a therapy session .. sat on a couch and talked about life .. I was always thought the process was a questionnaire and stuff and it would be in a medical facility (my session was in a church)

[jonathanberry]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:

00:00 🎯 *Overview of ADHD diagnosis process*
- The initial steps taken by doctors or psychologists to diagnose ADHD, emphasizing the significance of thorough assessments.
- Process of personal identification: The doctor begins by discussing the symptoms you've experienced, and the duration for which you've had them, either as an adult or child.
- Use of ADHD test questionnaires: Administering a series of questions related to ADHD symptoms, behaviors, and experiences.
- Importance of thorough assessment: Emphasizing the significance of a comprehensive evaluation to avoid misdiagnosis and ensure accurate ADHD identification.
01:53 📝 *Questionnaires and attention span testing*
- Details about the specific ADHD test questionnaires and methods used to evaluate attention span.
- Detailed questionnaires: Description of the series of questions related to ADHD symptoms, behaviors, and tendencies like fidgeting or forgetfulness.
- Testing attention span: Use of computer software or specific tasks to assess an individual's attention span and concentration abilities.
- Importance of consistent evaluation: The need for standardized assessments to gauge ADHD symptoms across different individuals effectively.
02:49 🤝 *Involvement of close ones in assessment*
- The role of family members, close friends, or teachers in providing additional perspectives and insights during the ADHD evaluation process.
- Gaining multiple perspectives: How input from loved ones offers a broader understanding of an individual's ADHD symptoms and behaviors.
- Collaborative evaluation: Mention of involving teachers for children and close relatives or friends for adults in the assessment process.
- Comprehensive understanding: The significance of gathering diverse viewpoints to ensure a holistic evaluation of ADHD symptoms.
03:17 🩺 *Comprehensive examination and potential misdiagnosis*
- Highlighting the importance of a full examination, including blood work, to rule out other conditions that might mimic ADHD symptoms.
- Rule out similar conditions: Emphasizing the necessity of thorough examinations to differentiate ADHD from other potential conditions like learning disabilities, anxiety, or depression.
- Misdiagnosis concerns: Addressing the prevalent issue of ADHD misdiagnosis due to incomplete evaluations and the potential risks associated with it.
- Importance of thorough examination: Stressing the need for doctors to conduct comprehensive tests and examinations to ensure accurate ADHD diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
04:01 ⚠️ *Systemic challenges and misdiagnosis statistics*
- Discussion about existing flaws in the ADHD diagnostic system, including studies revealing misdiagnosis rates and concerns within clinics.
- Flaws in the diagnostic system: Highlighting challenges and issues within the ADHD diagnosis process, including inconsistencies across clinics.
- Misdiagnosis statistics: Presenting alarming statistics indicating a high rate of ADHD misdiagnosis and the potential consequences for affected individuals.
- Advocacy for second opinions: Encouraging individuals to seek multiple opinions and thorough evaluations to mitigate risks associated with potential misdiagnosis.

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[stephaniemontalvo]

So when I took my son to his pediatrician to get checked. He pretty much had me fill out a paper and also hes teacher. And that's it. I didnt know my son should of had a test . Hmmm who do you recommend me to get him checked again. Well I kinda want to get him off meds and do something natural instead.

[Dieliv]

What if you did a dna to see if you had the mthr gene?