A member asked:

I'm concerned my 10 yo daughter may have add. not focused, very flighty & all over place. don't want to wait for pediatrician. who else can diagnose?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Many: Qualified professionals trained in diagnosing add/adhd can include clinical psychologists, physicians, or clinical social workers. The wait time for other professionals could be as long or longer. Good luck.

Answered 1/13/2013

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Child Psychiatrist: A child psychiatrist can do a thorough evaluation of the difficulties your daughter is having, make a diagnosis, and if need be, prescribe medications effectively. From a little different vantage point, a behavioral neurologist would be able to do this also. Plus there are child psychologists who can diagnose this as well -- but usually cannot prescribe medications if those are needed..

Answered 12/9/2013

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Wait for pediatricia: It pays to wait for your appointment with your pediatrician. Others who can help with diagnosisi are child psychologists, school psychologists who can perform psychoeducational testing.

Answered 6/29/2015

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