http://nutris.net/members/israelnose4/activity/2321446/ How to Get Treated For ADHD in Adults It is a good idea to find a health professional with experience in caring for adults with ADHD. Many adults suffer from a history of false starts and alternative diagnoses before finding an expert in health care who can provide symptom relief and assist them in making positive life changes. Psychologists and psychiatrists frequently deal with people suffering from ADHD. They may recommend medication or psychotherapy depending on the findings of their evaluation. Diagnosis ADHD can affect anyone at any age, and it is not common to see it incorrectly diagnosed in adulthood. This could be due to a lack awareness of the condition among adults or due to the fact that health professionals believe the individual's problems are caused by other causes, like stress, depression or addiction to drugs. The first step is getting diagnosed and treated. This will allow you to combat symptoms that can cause serious issues at home, at work and in relationships. The brain of a person develops until their mid-20s, so even though adults have different symptoms as adolescents and children, they can still have ADHD. It is important to speak with a specialist doctor in treating ADHD to determine if you have an assessment. When testing adults for ADHD doctors will look at their work and personal histories to determine how the symptoms have affected them. They also evaluate the extent and duration of the disorder. They will use a thorough interview that includes data from the family and other sources. They can also conduct psychometric testing and conventional ADHD rating scales as determined by the physician. During the interview the doctor will examine whether there are any other conditions contributing to the individual's issues. This is because comorbidities are very common in ADHD and when left untreated they can cause symptoms to worsen. Someone who has been suffering from symptoms for a while