How to Talk to Your Doctor About ADHD
Talking to your doctor can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, especially about something like ADHD. This disorder can affect one’s ability to control their attention spans and hyperactivity, which can be especially awkward for an adult. It is important to remember you doctor is there to help.
- Do not feel uncomfortable talking to your doctor. You should never feel awkward or uncomfortable discussing ADHD or any other issue with your doctor. You need to remember you doctor is there to help, and he or she will not judge you. There is no need to feel embarrassed by any of your questions.
- Keep a journal regarding your ADHD symptoms. Most doctors recommend you writing down symptoms and issues regarding your disorder. Make a special section in the journal for questions that you may have at different times. It is easy to forget to ask certain things when at the office. This is a good reference point when at an appointment. You and your doctor can go over the journal together. He or she can provide you with the answers to these questions, or at the very least direct to you a place to get the answers.
- Figure out a course of treatment that is right for you. Ask your doctor about medications and non-medication treatment, as there are many options. There are different forms of this disorder, and different treatments work better on different forms. Individual responses to certain treatments may also differ. Medication is not the only way to control Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder.