ADHD Experts Podcast 421- The Right Questions to Ask Before, During, and After an ADHD Diagnosis
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Sep 19, 2022 AI Snips
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Parents as Key ADHD Advocates
- ADHD diagnosis and treatment require parents to be strong advocates unlike other medical conditions.
- Parents are involved in complex decisions that medical experts usually handle alone in other cases.
Common ADHD Misunderstandings
- Many cultural misconceptions confuse understanding of what ADHD really is.
- Parents often don't know who diagnoses ADHD or how to differentiate normal behavior from symptoms.
Early ADHD Evaluation Benefits
- Get the evaluation if there are any concerns about attention or impulsivity.
- Don't wait for problems to worsen or for a particular grade; early evaluation is recommended.