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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As someone with ADHD and a DD with ADHD, I doubt she has ADHD. I can’t tell you how obvious it is in people that truly need medication. It was obvious in my kid as a toddler. If she does have ADH, which again doubtful, it is very mild. She is just having trouble studying and wants adderall to make it easier. These stimulants are not to be taken lightly. Please google the impact it has on the cardiovascular system and things like sleep and appetite. [/quote]

[b]I have a DD with ADHD and it was not obvious. She compensated until she had a breakdown and her self esteem and confidence were damaged. [/b]

OP, if your pediatrician won’t prescribe without a diagnosis,  see a psychiatrist out of  pocket to start right away.  We did the full evaluation that took five months and $3,000 and all it did was waste valuable time in high school. [/quote]

Same. ADHD often presents differently in girls and goes undiagnosed because their hyperactivity is more fine motor oriented rather than gross motor (eg fidgets rather tgan jumping up). The questionnaires that schools use often don't take this into account, but neuropsych evaluation should be accurate.  Our referral took 12 months but was fully covered by insurance (went to Children's Hosp). You might try again but also see is there is anything else at play.  Good luck to you and your DD. [/quote]

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