Should I Get Diagnosed with ADHD?

I was diagnosed as a child and apparently that is no longer valid in my 30s, I'm 100% confident I still have ADHD, but doctors won't diagnose it and because I have bipolar they're cautious about treating it. It's whatever works for you. For me, it wouldn't really do any good to have it on paper.

It depends on how well you think you’re managing it. If you’re struggling, or feel like things could be a bit easier, it might be worth getting diagnosed and trying out medication (there are non stimulant options if you want to avoid those). On the other hand, if you think you have a fairly good hand on thins and just need a little help with strategies, seeing a therapist could be more enough. You can also get diagnosed and not take meds of course. It’s all about how your life is impacted, no one else’s opinion matters.

I recently got diagnosed at 37 years of age and I kind of always knew I had it. I'm now on medication and doing well. Mentally, emotionally and physically. Unlike how I was doing before was a total hot mess. Just having the label helps alot.

Getting a diagnosis wouldn't hurt much, and they might be able to help treat it with medication if absolutely needed, but if anything if those don't work out they might try to give you ways to cope with it. I've had ADHD since I was a child so I'm not sure what would have been different, but having help has definitely improved my mindset. I wish you luck! 🤗

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