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  • September 4, 2018 at 1:37 pm #98205

    ADDCaroline
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    Hey ADD/ADHD people, I have parents that dont believe that have ADD. I have not been diagnosed by a doctor but my mother will not let me even bring it up. I very sure i have ADD because i have had teachers in the past say so and i have ADD/ADHD friends who have noticed the way i do things.I get overwhelmed easily and my ADD makes it hard to function at what my parents want me to do. What should i do to be diagnosed and be able to get help?

  • September 6, 2018 at 12:51 pm #98346

    ADHDmomma
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    I don’t know that a doctor would see you to evaluate you without a parent. However, I would talk to your guidance counselor at school — sometimes they can help with these conversations with your parents.

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

  • October 7, 2018 at 4:17 pm #101046

    ADHDMaddie
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    I’m undiagnosed as well but I’m sure I have ADHD. Technically, you can ask your teachers or principal because, in most states, you’re legally entitled to testing (as it’s considered a disability). And, as Penny said, they may be able to talk to your parent. Or, you could also find a time when you’re Mom can talk (like in the car) and explain why you think you have ADHD without letting her stop you from saying anything. Just a thought. I had a similar problem except they all think I “grew out of ADHD.” Hope this helps!

    – Maddie

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