I have a doctor who’s a friend. He specializes in, and has written papers about diagnosing adult ADHD. He pokes fun at me for my undiagnosed ADHD. Little comments like “gee, I wonder why…” while I’m telling stories.

He sees it. But I cannot get my fucking doctors to even talk to me about it. Whenever I ask about how to get a diagnosis, they just put me on another antidepressant.

[–] One_Honest_Dude@lemmy.world 8 points 3 days ago (3 children)

Why can't you get a diagnosis from your friend? Genuine question, idk how that works.

[–] Patches@ttrpg.network 11 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (1 children)

It's unethical to diagnose, and treat, a friend/family member if you are that close.

Also given that one of the Frontline treatments for ADHD is a controlled substance - it would be a very bad look.

That said, if this is the doctor's specialty - it is very odd that they do not know of a colleague they could refer to.

[–] 4grams@awful.systems 5 points 3 days ago

Different systems and we both have personal and professional lines we respect. I absolutely know I could but he also freely admits that among people our age it’s hilariously common and those who’ve gone untreated have their own inbuilt strategies.

He’s never short on advice, he’s a good dude.

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