Good Evening keithold! Thank you for your question! :o) The diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder in adults can be a complex process. By definition, AD/HD is a condition that has its onset in childhood. Not everyone has an accurate recall of his or her early life. Often it is useful to get information from relatives, spouse or old school records. Although Ritalin is the best known medication for ADHD, there are a number of other useful medications. There is no magic cure for AD/HD, but many adults learn to manage it successfully. Treatment is often multi-modal. The most important starting point is an accurate diagnosis of the AD/HD and any associated medical and psychiatric conditions. Following the diagnosis, the individual should educate himself about the condition. Self-knowledge is necessary in order to learn coping and develop mastery. Adults often respond to the same medications used to treat AD/HD children. However, one may need to consider the adult’s size, and associated medical conditions and his or her other medications. New medications are expanding our ability to treat AD/HD with fewer side effects. Treatment often involves teaching the adult to structure his or her life, while allowing for some spontaneity. Time management and planning are important skills. Daily planners and task lists are beneficial. Often the individual can enlist the help of family or coworkers to help him stay organized. It is important that the adult with AD/HD chose a vocation that suits his or her interests and personality style. It is often best to avoid jobs that emphasize weaknesses such as repetitive tasks, and find jobs that focus on one’s energy, and ability to shift from task to task. Individuals who experience physical restlessness should try to schedule regular exercise or work breaks. College students who need accommodations need to inform their school early, before problems arise. Examples of accommodations include untimed tests, the use of tape recorders in lectures or the right to take tests in a less distracting setting. Schools often require psychological testing to support special accommodations. http://tinyurl.com/2kf88v

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