Reply To: how do I talk to my undiagnosed husband about his self medicating?

[Penny Williams]

Yes! MTHFR genetic polymorphisms can cause depression, anxiety, and a long list of other things. It is common in those with ADHD and/or autism. My son has the genetic abnormalities and has both ADHD and autism. Here’s more on MTHFR:

MTHFR: Another Piece of the ADHD-Genetics Puzzle

Penny
ADDitude Community Moderator, Author & Mentor on Parenting ADHD, Mom to teen w/ ADHD, LDs, and autism