Discover how easier it has become to get an ADHD diagnosis in 2024. Learn about the increased access to info, reduced stigma, and online assessments. Find out the 3 steps needed for a formal evaluation and online resources for diagnosis.
42:12
forum Ask episode
web_stories AI Snips
view_agenda Chapters
auto_awesome Transcript
info_circle Episode notes
question_answer ANECDOTE
First Yoga Class Feeling Welcomed
Christian shares starting yoga as a winter hobby and feeling welcomed by an instructor on her first visit.
The positive experience convinced her she'll return and made her feel included despite initial nervousness.
insights INSIGHT
Diagnosis Is More Accessible Than Ever
ADHD diagnosis is more accessible in 2024 thanks to public awareness, reduced stigma, and telehealth.
The medical field is catching up to research recognizing ADHD persists into adulthood.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Prepare With Symptoms And Examples
Do research before your appointment: review symptoms and gather real-life examples of how they affect you.
Take the ASRS-5 and note which items resonate to give clear language to clinicians.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was in college. While I’d like to think that was like 5 years ago, it was actually a lot longer. It was much harder to get a diagnosis back then.
In fact, the ADHD diagnosis process was different 5 years ago when I started my podcast.
It’s 2024 now, and I’m thrilled to say it’s easier than ever before for adults to get an ADHD diagnosis. This isn’t me saying it’s easier to FOOL clinicians into falsely diagnosing you. I mean it’s easier for people who have ADHD to get an accurate diagnosis. How so?
We’ve got more access to info than we’ve ever had. People are more willing to share their experiences with ADHD, which is helping lessen the stigma around mental health.
The medical field is finally catching up with science. It wasn’t until the '90s that doctors realized most children do NOT grow out of ADHD. Adults are finally getting diagnosed!
We’re living in a highly digital world, which means we’re now able to get assessed and treated online. This is huge.
So, how do you go about getting diagnosed with ADHD? In this podcast episode, I’m sharing the 3 steps you need to take if you’re ready for a formal assessment, including links for an online diagnosis.
PS - if you know somebody who suspects they have ADHD but hasn’t gotten a diagnosis or been evaluated for it, send them this podcast episode to help them gain some clarity.
I Have ADHD Podcast