Special info for people with ADHD
As a coach for clients who have AD/HD,
I pay careful attention to
how you are managing the little details of your life,
the schedules and appointments...
But in addition to those little bits,
it is important to keep watching the future and the big picture.
Finding a balance between the two is sometimes difficult;
but that is what we will aim for together.
If Attention Deficit gets in your way, we can work
to take advantage of the great parts of your mind,
- the fast parts,
- the creative parts,
- and we will find systems to deal with the rest.
Are you curious about ADD?
Wonder if you might have it?
The only way to tell for sure is to have a trained professional evaluate you.
... And if you are an adult, pick someone who understands what ADD looks like in adults.
But if you're curious, if you're looking for a way to judge if it could be -- maybe, perhaps -- possible, then check out this questionnaire. It was developed by the World Health Organziation. Use it as a starting point to help you recognize the signs/symptoms of Adult ADHD.
But please note:
An accurate diagnosis can only be made
through a clinical evaluation. Regardless of the questionnaire results, if you
have concerns about diagnosis and treatment of Adult ADHD, please discuss your
concerns with your physician.
This Adult Self-Report Scale Screener is intended for people aged 18 years or older.
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Support groups
These often informal groups offer low cost or free avenues for information about living with ADHD.
I run two groups in the Baltimore area, both are sponsored by the Baltimore Regional Chapter of CHADD. You can find information about those meetings,as well as other chapter meetings in Maryland on the calendar listing page of the chapter's website.
If you're not in Maryland, check the website of the national CHADD for chapters near you. Also check on the ADDA website for support groups for adults with ADD.
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Want to track how your medications are affecting you?
Medicine can affect you physically, mentally and emotionally.
Download and print out this form.
Fill in the blanks for a few days. It will help you see clearly how your meds are affecting you. Take it along when you next see your doctor. It might help you be more specific with your information.
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