ADHD is a medical diagnosis. There is, however, no definitive medical test to prove or disprove whether ADHD is present. Diagnosis is determined by discussion with physicians as well as questionnaires completed by patients, parents, teachers and caregivers regarding behavior patterns. This subjective process can make diagnosis difficult, especially when there are additional co-existing conditions.
Additionally, there are a number of other medical conditions that share symptoms with...
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When you, or your child, were first diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, what name did the doctor give it? Did they say ADD? Or maybe... Read more »
Although there is no single, definitive test that will state whether a child has ADHD, there are a number of rating scales that are sometimes used... Read more »