{"id":1440,"date":"2022-04-19T02:08:05","date_gmt":"2022-04-19T02:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.helloklarity.com\/?p=1440"},"modified":"2023-10-25T04:09:26","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T11:09:26","slug":"how-to-talk-to-doctor-about-adhd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms.helloklarity.com\/post\/how-to-talk-to-doctor-about-adhd\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Talk to Your Doctor About ADHD & Get Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Occasional forgetfulness, trouble concentrating, or fidgety behavior happens to all of us. Everybody, at times, struggles to pay attention at work or finds it hard to follow a conversation with a friend or family member. However, if these ADHD symptoms<\/a> are chronic and are taking a toll on your physical and mental well-being, talking with a doctor can help you alleviate symptoms and get the treatment you need.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing what questions to ask when you talk to your doctor about ADHD, also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is key to getting the proper diagnosis and the treatment plan that will provide relief from your symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are uninsured or otherwise don\u2019t have access to a trusted doctor for support with ADHD symptoms, Klarity can help. Klarity will connect you with a medical professional for fast, affordable online ADHD treatment<\/a>. Get started today with our free online evaluation<\/a> and begin your journey towards simple and accessible treatment for your ADHD symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explain Your ADHD Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In order to diagnose and properly treat you, your doctor is going to need to know everything about your ADHD symptoms. Be sure to discuss all possible symptoms\u2014even something as seemingly minor as continually forgetting where you placed your keys may indicate you may have ADHD. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To outline your ADHD symptoms effectively, it’s essential to know the many different ways the condition affects a person\u2019s memory, attention, and behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs and Symptoms of Adult ADHD<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One way to break down the many symptoms of ADHD is to divide them into three categories\u2014lack of focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hyperactivity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • Trouble staying still, feeling restless<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Moving or speaking inappropriately during social interactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fidgeting, tapping, shaking, or talking excessively<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Inability to be quiet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Interrupting conversations or activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Acting as if being driven by a motor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Impulsiveness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Engaging in risky behaviors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Acting without thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Unable to delay gratification<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Doesn\u2019t consider long-term consequences<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Desiring immediate rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Possessing little to no self-control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Lack of Focus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Difficulty remaining focused<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Difficulty starting or finishing tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Trouble organizing and planning procedures for completing tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Avoiding tasks that require sustained effort<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Becoming easily distracted<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Often losing or misplacing essential items like keys, wallets, or important documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Overlooking details and making sloppy mistakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        You may experience symptoms from just one or all three of the above umbrella categories. They\u2019re all important to discuss with your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t

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