I've dealt with attention deficit for most of my life, and never been diagnosed due to my parents disregarding my symptoms..i'm 30, where do i begin?

ADD: Your 1ry care physician should examine you & if ADD is suspected your doctor would refer you fo r evaluation. Best wishes.

Neuropsychology: Get a neuropsychological evaluation for ADD. It absolutely exists in adulthood. After the testing is completed, a report is generated and discussed with you about the particulars of ADD and a list of recommendations is generated. GOOD LUCK.

Help is available!: First, get an accurate diagnosis to see if you fit diagnosis for ADD or ADHD. See a neuropsychologist who can give you non-invasive tests to determine this. Treatment options include CBT psychotherapy, EEG neurofeedback, and possible medications. Do not take meds without trying other options first, as all ADD meds have side effects (insomnia, weight loss, etc). Adults with ADD can get better!

ADHD: First have a thorough evaluation by a Psychologist to establish the history. ADHD dx is usually made by complete history taking, as the symptoms had to have shown up in childhood, whether diagnosed or not. Also is genetic, others in the family may have some symptoms. Effective use of meds can help and there are many self-regulation skills we also teach our patients--especially adults

Start with your dr.: Start with your primary care doctor to discuss your symptoms. Your doctor may decide to try you on a stimulant medication or refer you to a neurologist or psychiatrist who can then treat you.

Talk to Psychiatrist: You need to speak with a psychiatrist who can diagnose this condition and if it is the case can prescribe medication which can be helpful. There may be other psychological issues which would benefit by therapy.