How is ADHD Diagnosed? Psychiatrist, Dr Stephen Humphries

[@richardvillarreal7567]

The last part hit hard. The lazy daydreamer. No one noticed me..

[@rigorsaif8973]

it did hit me hard too

[@psoup.42]

I reciprocate

[@yippies3726]

Same here I’m 14 and My CAHMS mental health team finally clocked on to it as ADD, I guess it’s because I’m not really ever the centre or attention or anything nor am I disruptive so I guess I went under the radar as that kid who’s always there and is probably doing fine when I really wasn’t.

[@nekroneko]

I was just starting to drift away when I heard him say daydreamer and I snapped right back to reality. 40 and never diagnosed but I strongly suspect that is what has been wrong with me all these years. Feel like my life has just been wasted behind this condition that caused me so many issues throughout my life. Could be years more before I actually get looked at.

[@baleedat7]

Same. And I’m also gifted. Makes the situation even worse.

[@rpcheesman]

Every school report I have has "needs to hand homework in on time", "needs to complete homework", "needs to pay attention in class", "cannot follow instructions", "forgetful". My only good classes were the creative ones (Music, Art and surprisingly, French). College reports were worse. How it never got picked up as a problem is beyond me.

[@republicunited2183]

I was that way as a kid, but could test well, nothing diagnoses, etc. At almost 50, I have no issues- on time, tasks done, etc. vegan diet, no chemicals, etc.

[@MissDarlinn]

So this is not about me? Lol

[@aidenater]

True, I always got c or D for effort on most things except for some classes I really enjoyed. I always found myself feeling like the day was never ending in primary school too, as if the more i looked at the clock, the slower it went. High school was more enjoyable, but I had the same issues ofleaving things till last minute and not being able to put much effort into classes I didn't like or found boring. Did fairly well in the few subjects i did enjoy. Soz, bit of a rant. Lol

[@JudgeMazza]

mines was always "could do better" far too talkative". I loved history and art so I did well on those subjects, I also did well in 2nd year German, not because I liked the subject but because the German teacher was scary intense (he wasn't a bad guy I quite like him looking back, but you didn't want to get on the bad side of him with disruptive behaviour or not doing homework). 3rd and 4th year my German teachers were pushovers so that subject fell apart for me.

[@brainwashalpha5495]

are we all the same person??

[@technomage6736]

Long story short, I was diagnosed at age 31 and actually never would've thought I could have ADHD because I always got very high test scores and was more the quiet type in school, but of course never graduated cuz I skipped a lot and never did homework. It all makes sense in hindsight though. I was initially doubtful of my diagnosis. My life has gotten drastically better since my diagnosis.

[@technomage6736]

@@nikosgazis4004 Yes. I see a private psychiatrist. You won't likely have the same luck with a family physician, as they don't have the education to understand psychiatric issues, and are more likely to focus on the negative stigma of medication.

[@adrianama830]

last part hits home for literally my whole school life and it sucks that my parent never got me tested just because I behaved slightly differently than my brother who also has adhd and now I'm drowning in the symptoms without a proper diagnosis *sigh*

[@ShelbyGTMustang60]

The only thing about the 3rd party information is that I was a very intelligent child. I knew how to mask that I was daydreaming and wouldn't miss handing in homework because I could bash it out before I went to bed the night before or sometimes in morning registration. I was also incredibly shy, probably mainly because I missed a lot of what the teacher said and had to guess what was going on by what they said next (and what was left up on the whiteboard). The main feedback I had in class was that I needed to contribute more in class and pick up the pace - something I've recently realised is because when reading a question I'd have to read it 5 or 6 times for the information to sink in and I'd lose my train of thought in the middle of writing a sentence all the time. These are things that teachers just thought I was being a bit of a perfectionist. But because the quality of my work, they didn't feel it necessary to put in my reports. I was also dubbed "sensitive" because I got overwhelmed so easily that I'd cry over stupid things. A combination of too much noise in the class, trying so hard to please and do well in school (both parents are teachers so it was very important to them) and constantly fighting against myself to get the work done just made me cry out of frustration. I remember crying because I'd completely forgotten to do some homework and I'd tried so hard to make sure I was on top of everything that I couldn't believe I'd missed the English assignment. I didn't get in trouble because it wasn't a common occurrence, but I was so hard on myself because of it.

[@miraja8298]

You sound like exactly my 17 year old daughter. I’m trying to research for her and getting a formal diagnosis in a few weeks. Did you eventually take meds? Did it help you? Did you have nasty side effects? Thanks 😊

[@Snow.Otter.]

This hits hard... I haven't been diagnosed yet but I had the realization that I probably have adhd just a few month ago... when I was preparing for my A levels. I managed, but it was a close call. My best friend has had diagnosed adhd ever since he was 5, he is the most concentrated ball of hyperactive energy that I've ever seen, I always thought "I'm not like him, so I can't have it right?" But thus explains so much

[@Tolen]

Im scared that I’m just messed up in the head. My diagnosis is tomorrow (11/20/2020) and I’m commenting this at 1 minute into the video because I keep rewinding when its done after I realize I zoned out trying to listen. When I zone out I think “oh maybe this is what I’ll say to him to prove I don’t have adhd”. It’s now my fourth time rewinding this video once im done writing this comment.. I’m 21 now and I really wish my parents realized it when I was in school because they always said I was lazy. I never graduated either, I pursued music because thats all I could ever focus on and now its to the point where its hard to not procrastinate anything. Who knows maybe I AM just lazy but I guess we’ll see tomorrow. Also to the person in the video, sorry for not listening and zoning out I don’t mean any disrespect by it.

[@daisyamelia9359]

Hey how did it go?!

[@Tolen]

@@daisyamelia9359 I definitely have add lol the results got sent to my doctor and im still waiting for a call to see if I need medication for it

[@daisyamelia9359]

@@Tolen oh I’m pleased you have a final diagnosis! Must be relieving to know for definite

[@Tolen]

@@daisyamelia9359 it definitely is thank you! I was kind of worried until the psychiatrist was really outgoing and helpful during the test. Every test is different but mine happened to be answering 57 questions honestly and he had to motivate me through it cause around 20 questions into it I lost track of what I was doing hahaha

[@daisyamelia9359]

@@Tolen ah that’s so good of them!

[@blooeagle5118]

Man, how many arguments with my mother about not being able to hand in assignments, she looked at me like I was an idiot. "JUST TURN IT IN!!" was common in my childhood, as if it was just some offhand thing that was easy to do. But it wasn't. Misplaced papers, lost papers, put into the wrong bag or into the textbook like a book mark in vain attempts to remember it. Misplaced pens, pencils, inability to take notes and listen at the same time, inability to focus on the lecture for a certain span of time, getting lost in thought while listening and never being able to recall any information

[@bobidderis3880]

I scored eerily high on ASRS test! My life is miserable since I was child. Mom and dad too embarrassed to even see a doctor for my condition. Until now I've been experiencing failures after failures in life because I can't focus and do things like normal people does 😢

[@ngozimelissa2474]

Damn, you must resent your parents for holding you back from your diagnosis.

[@yes-gm5ts]

Hang in there, man. The insight that you (probably) have ADHD is an important first step on the way to treatment and greater self-understanding.

[@williamfarquhar6305]

Im 45, awaiting diagnosis,im really struggling,..

[@remingtonfrog3170]

Me too , I’m 45 … Having trouble getting a “legit “diagnosis , working on it 6 months. So far only Zoom meeting ( accepts my Insurance & a psychiatrist) prescribed Wellbutrin. I’d like to try a store medicine. She can’t help me. I’m taking Wellbutrin 2 months now. I’m sorta loosing my motivation to get myself further help. How are you fairing? I’m hanging in here 😵‍💫😂… I’m pretty sure I’ve got a good idea of what’s going on with me, and at 45 I can’t even get a proper Diagnosis and some stimulant medicine, to try. . ☮️ to you!

[@remingtonfrog3170]

(Stimulant medication) I meant.

[@williamfarquhar6305]

@@remingtonfrog3170 hi,I hope everything works out for you, I've had a bad year or so,had 1 assessment off adhd in Newcastle, they think I have autism too,so awaiting second assessment. I moved house 2 months ago to start a new job, and I'm being bulied off my new boss,so I'm still struggling to be fair,but I'm pushing on thank,you for asking . I hope you get the treatment you need x

[@gracekimberley9503]

All of my school reports read “Grace is really bright but she just doesn’t stop chatting” or “she cries all the time” or “needs to concentrate”. I feel so cheated because now it’s so obvious to me that these were ADHD symptoms. I feel like I’ve been stumbling through my life for 26 years- almost like: “surely no one else finds life this difficult, right?!”. It’s exhausting. And then, upon learning I might have ADHD, I’m met with a 3 year waiting list for an NHS diagnosis or at least £700 for a private diagnosis (then over £100 a month for medication). Yeah, that’s going to be affordable once energy bills go up- AGAIN. I just feel completely alone and totally misunderstood by everyone around me and I honestly don’t feel like I can have a candid conversation about this with anyone, not even my partner. Any advice/support would be much appreciated. Btw I’m currently writing this completely hyper focused on my diagnosis at 4 in the morning 😂😂🤷‍♀️

[@gracekimberley9503]

Update: I have now found I can piggyback off my partner's employee health insurance package. We're not married and yet his company is still willing to cover my ADHD test as part of his health insurance. We do live together. I'm so happy- just wanted to share in case anyone is in a position to do the same.

[@amaie103]

@@gracekimberley9503 Alhumdulliah, Soo happy for you ☺️

[@selkieolsen2638]

I have severe depression and anxiety, but I’m sure these are the result of undiagnosed ADHD. I was described as a daydreamer, lazy, etc, never did my homework but did very well in exams. “The quiet daydreaming child who doesn’t concentrate and leave everything to the last minute”. That’s me 100%.

[@CyberWolfVR]

It’s easy to say "go and see someone who is familiar with adhd" yer, If you’ve got money to go private, everything is easy! It’s taken me forever just to get GP to refer me to the emotional well-being hub and still waiting for a phone call from the adhd team, whoever they are! Apparently they just going to diagnose me over the phone too! Getting mental health help sucks under NHS!

[@fatihsapanoglu3236]

Spoke to my GP today - told me it can take 12-18 months. Went to look at private consultation, cheapest you can find is £360 for an hr. Plus tritiation following the diagnosis which is £100 a month. It really is tough if you can’t actually afford it privately. Oh and btw the doctor on the video charges £2240 for a consultation

[@STEINYY]

Can you have adhd without attention problems??? Can you have cronic attention problems without having adhd? Thanks

[@Symposeum]

Yes

[@shreyachaudhary1604]

Yes. Absolutely. You can have Attention problems without ADHD.

[@STEINYY]

@@shreyachaudhary1604 no

[@adobe7360]

@@STEINYY what…what do you mean no? They answered your question…

[@aidenater]

ADD is the attention deficit component without the hyperactivity side. You can also have hyperactivity without the inattentive side apparently. I am being assessed later this year, but feel I am both. I'm 24. Small things piss me off all the time, yet i will also walk around my house making car sounds and also have the urge to talk to my work colleagues on the regular, for no particular reason. Rn I'm looking at youtubr videos when i should be just doing my work. Lol i better get back to work now.

[@dopegirl3423]

I hear everyone talking about school life with adhd,but can phycologist diagnose by adhd at home like for me my impulsively gets me in more trouble than I intent,and it’s very hard for me to do simple task and get it done within a time and get it done right..when my mom would tell me to go do something that would normally take 3steps to do I would need 5 steps to do it because it’s that much more complicated for me…and im very disorganized like I could clean my room then two days later it gets right back messy,and I can’t focus when im doing task I’ll either get side tracked with other stuff like my phone or trynna have a conversation with someone instead of doing that task and getting it done,and then this is something that I hate when I start on a first task then someone ask me to get started or do something small on another task like let’s say I have to fold laundry,I would stick to it for a while then when my mom would call me to do something else like something small like to not forget to take the other load of clothes out of the wash and put them in the dryer I constantly forget to do that and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve washed something and left them in the wash and then forget about it then days later I look to see I have clothes in there,just an example I really don’t know if that’s adhd but That’s not to say I didnt have anything with adhd when I was in school either of course I had a hard time with incomplete work or missing work,teachers would constantly write on my report card poor behavior,is disruptive,talkative and things like that I would fail most of my classes because I just didn’t understand the work I felt like it was too hard for me and even when I thought I had it I didn’t,and it showed through test scores,I remember having a hard time with chemistry I remember on a test we had to do math with the periodic table which if I’m already bad at math I literally Froze and didn’t understand how to do math with the periodic table and I don’t even remember if we were taught that or if I was even paying attention to be taught that literally the worst test and anxiety in my life idk I can name pretty much a lot more stuff with my adhd and I’m getting tested on Wednesday which I’m trynna gather what information I can say to the phycologist because there’s a lot as you can see

[@EARART]

The last part was definitely me growing up

[@sosomam4049]

Feeling so envious of all the people in the comments section. I have had these feelings that something was wrong with me since the 8th grade. I was able to go through secondary school because I was 'bright' and hence studied everything the night before the exam. But now, everything is catching up on me because it's time to enter college. Procastination, stress, distraction problem, many many many thoughts blabbering in my head, forgetfulness....but I don't have the resources to have myself checked. There is no psychiatrist in our place, in our state actually. Psychologist? Pfft. The nearest is in another state, thousands of miles away. I'm so sick of my life honestly.

[@deb9ragorton742]

Can relate. In south Africa its too expensive for a regular person to get tested, let alone attend therapy sessions 🤦‍♂️. Just have to accept it .

[@vrokyojuul5677]

Thank god im getting tested soon, because ive nearly finished the video and i cant remember anything hes said lmao

[@aidenater]

They talk to family and friend, look at your School reports, that sorta stuff .that's what i got from it.

[@janelahti6070]

And I had to watch the video again...because I was distracted.

[@officialswatichannel]

Connors scale

[@Zephyriates]

I can tell he doesn’t have adhd because he’s sittting still and talking slowly

[@Symposeum]

This is obviously tongue in cheek, but it's a sentiment that isn't helpful- many people with ADHD, particularly women, have learned to mask visible hyperactivity. You can't tell just from looking.

[@jamiesmith5729]

9 I⁹

[@fisherqueen8260]

Methylphenidate changes the brain state just like a slug of whiskey would No issue with the brain Apologies for your ignorance

[@kaitlyn-gracesmith7923]

This man talks so slow

[@heilettelabuscagne403]

I live it and his voice. So calming but still keeps my attention.

[@Symposeum]

You can change the video speed, 1.5 is easier if you're getting impatient

[@jaredkhan8743]

2x speed...

[@over9000713]

I thought I was the only one having issues sitting through the video until I really read the comments properly While the video is still playing 💀