Adults: Evaluation

A comprehensive evaluation is necessary to accurately establish a diagnosis, rule-out other causes and determine if there are any co-existing complicating conditions. ADD cannot be self-diagnosed and requires an evaluation by a professional with special knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating ADD. It is commonly overlooked or obscured by other significant difficulties or emotional problems experienced by the individual. For parents or adults suspected of ADD, the evaluation would include a family, childhood and school history to determine the presence of symptoms and problems commonly experienced during childhood. Also, it would involve a review of ADD symptoms and problems typically experienced in adulthood.