Being undiagnosed

I got tested when I was like 10 or so and so my mom was always trying to learn more about adhd in order to help me. In the process she learned that she has adhd too but she is undiagnosed. I think for her it really doesn’t matter if she’s diagnosed since she can look at her symptoms, relate them to adhd, and find different solutions and assurance from different outlets online or in books.

I thought I was just losing my mind. Before i realized that i had an actual neurological problem. I can't even remember to fill up my gas tank before I run completely out over and over again burned out a fuel filter. Walking for gas in the Seattle rain is bad enough that I would think I could never forget again. But alas, 2 nights ago I was on a trek, gas can in hand, to the nearest gas station at 2am. But my docs just want to continue to treat me for anxiety, depression, ptsd, and addiction like they have for the past 3 decades with no improvement!!!!

Right there with you. Waiting for the VA to decide that I can go outside for treatment since they don't have anyone to diagnose or treat ADHD. I'm 44 and just figured out that I have ADHD this year!! It makes so much sense now! Hope I can get help soon. It's frustrating when others seem to be the only ones who can make all the decisions for you while youth just sit around and wait....

I'm 51 and have been told the waiting time for diagnosis is 2.5 YEARS!!! I can't afford to go private as I have chronic health issues and have just lost my job...so am trying EVERYTHING I can to support me in the meantime

I’m 33 and undiagnosed. My oldest, 10 yrs, was diagnosed a few years ago- and there’s a chance my youngest is on the spectrum. I’ve been struggling quite badly since I had my youngest nearly 3 years ago. Recently I’ve plugged into the idea that I may be undiagnosed ADHD and a lot of things began making sense. Looking back, I think I was able to mask so many symptoms.. and eventually having my second kiddo has required that I find new strategies = struggle bus. However, I do also struggle with anxiety and depression quite badly. I’m in the process of finding a new family doctor, so I’ve not yet asked for a referral to get a proper diagnosis. Wow, that was quite a bit. Sorry! But it does feel good to talk about it! 😅

Recently diagnosed a few months ago at 43. Figured it out by a friend who had been diagnosed helping and year later, tik toks and fb. Got an assessment and scored high. On low doses of meds now to help with anxiety and adhd, seems to help. Trying to find the right meds and dosages.

Me! I’m 46, and have all the signs of inattentive, but my doc is dismissive. So, I’m using apps and reading about strategies to try to help myself.

Got diagnosed a few months ago and suggested to get screened for ASD. Symptoms are experienced differently with women and it isn't rare for women to go undiagnosed into adulthood I am 32. Got the diagnosis because it's become a nightmare with professionals without the paperwork.

Hi. Yes - I’m 43 and undiagnosed but my second son is now diagnosed. ( last year aged 18) Many of our generation are only now getting diagnosed because of our children’s diagnoses. I believe 2 of my other children also have ADHD , possibly autism in my daughter , and possibly AS in my youngest son. But we all seem to be relatively high functioning/ lower end of the spectrum, and I’ve never had much trust or respect for these ‘doctors’ because all they ever seem to want to do is prescribe pharmaceuticals….. but everyday I’m learning more about all these ND ‘disorders’ and traits, as part of the very first generation of parents to do so. And my son is actually educating me too! ❤️ Our gen were completely ignored by our elders in every sense, and yet are now having to parent themselves and their own kids through ND and the beginning of the technological age , with no prior experience from our own parents to lean on at all, so it’s no suprise that in many instances it’s being found that the kids are the ones teaching and helping us.