For those of you who weren’t diagnosed until adulthood (I’m in my late 40s), what was the diagnosis process like? Are you just given a written test, or does someone evaluate you more thoroughly? Do they try to understand your symptoms, or is it more of a checklist? If anyone has personal stories they’d be willing to share, I’d love to hear them. I’m also just curious about what to expect during the appointment. Who do I make it with? A psychiatrist?
I also wonder if there are other related conditions or learning disabilities that I might have, such as dyslexia. Do I need to be proactive in asking for multiple diagnoses? Or will they be able to evaluate me for anything/everything?
Honestly, my experience almost feels unique when looking online. However, after almost 30 years I have only experienced negative interactions on par with what my brother reports from civilian care.
Also, I wouldn’t be certain on your diagnosis without getting a professional involved. We thought my kiddo had ADHD. She had all my symptoms, but upon better scrutiny, she actually had a visual processing disorder that presents almost identically.