How would i be able to tell if i have adhd?

Adhd/bipolar: Adhd shows inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity. Need thorough assessment by a mental health professional. Assessment by professional is good way to know.

Checklists + exam: There are useful checklists on line. I would suggest googling your specific question - "how do I know if I have adhd?:" then..... Go see a doc or mental health care professional that can carefully review your history, your symptoms, your family history, and directly examine you. As with most things in medicine, diagnosis is based on good clinical history and a good exam.

Hyperactivity: Inability to concentrate, constant movement, difficulty leaning or paying atttention at school are a few things that may signal possibility of adhd.

Testing: By a clinical psychologist who specializes in assessment of childhood and adolescent disorders may help here. Treatment includes both medication by a psychiatrist as well as behavioral therapy by a psychologist who may specializize in this area. The research shows that the combined treatment is more effective than either treatment alone. Please also understand it's treatable and should not prevent you from achieving your goals in life.

Rating scales online: Start with the vanderbilt adult adhd questionnaire or the asrs 1.1 , both of which can googled online. If your. Score is positive or you relate to the questions asked , then see as psychiatrist to have this confirmed and other illnesses ruled out. Establishment a treatment plan with your psychiatrist involving psychotherapy as well. Good luck to you.