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Is There A Way That To Diagnose ADHD In An
Question: is there a way that to diagnose ADHD in an adult? ive recently seen videos of people who have ADHD and a lot of those symptoms really stood out to me.
also i took a test not really sure how to explain but it said i scored 24 points and that there is a high risk that i may have ADHD
Brief Answer:
You need to see a doctor in person
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns about symptoms of ADHD.
In regard to diagnosis of ADHD only mental health examination combined with detailed history is reliable method. Other methods such as scales, online tests are suggestive at best and have very low reliability and validity.
In my opinion it will be better if you can see a psychiatrist in person. This will enable your psychiatrist to frame proper diagnosis and chart out necessary treatment.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards
You need to see a doctor in person
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns about symptoms of ADHD.
In regard to diagnosis of ADHD only mental health examination combined with detailed history is reliable method. Other methods such as scales, online tests are suggestive at best and have very low reliability and validity.
In my opinion it will be better if you can see a psychiatrist in person. This will enable your psychiatrist to frame proper diagnosis and chart out necessary treatment.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards
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