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Re: List of Questions to Ask Doctor &/or Therapist

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The first thing to find out is if the psychologist has experience working with people who have ADHD. Not just that they’ve heard of it, or know about its existence, but have actually worked with people who have it, what percentage of their client base has it, and whether they have some special training in this area. And if s/he says yes, I would ask about their approach or process. It’s helpful to know what you want a therapist to be able to do for your daughter. Specifically, what outcome you or she would like to see. Ask how the professional she works with is going to help achieve that outcome.

I was on both anti-depressants and ADHD meds for a few years after I got the ADHD diagnosis. After getting help for the ADHD, in the form of a moderated support group with others who have this problem, I finally quit taking the anti-depressants because I found I don’t need them any more. It’s hard to know from what you’ve said exactly what the psychologist’s thinking is – but I would certainly ask that as well.

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