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neptumin

Updated 10mo ago

Can ADHD cause sensory issues?

Currently in the process of getting an adhd assessment to see if that's what I have. Can ADHD give you sensory issues? I had to get an assessment for autism and didn't have it so I'm wondering if this is the right thing to be looking into

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justdoingmybest

1y

For sure, that’s actually why my therapist got me to get assessed! I had an extensive assessment (12 hours 💀) where they had tested for autism and adhd. The person who did it said I had all the symptoms of adhd, but that I didn’t have it. My therapist advocated for me though, and I ended up getting diagnosed with it, so don’t get discouraged if they say you don’t have it. Second opinions are always an option, and getting a therapist with adhd helps a ton with understanding your symptoms!
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neptumin

1y

thank you for the comment. It really helps to have other people in the same sort of situation to talk to
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FlowMage

1y

Absolutely! ADHD often has sensory issues associated with it and is frequently comorbid with sensory processing disorder when it’s more extreme. It’s different for everyone with it, I personally am really sensitive to taste, bright lights, and lots of noise. Good luck on your journey of figuring it out

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