What can be mistaken for ADHD?

5 common problems that can mimic ADHD

• Hearing problems. If you can’t hear well, it’s hard to pay attention — and easy to get distracted.
• Learning or cognitive disabilities.
• Sleep problems.
• Depression or anxiety.
• Substance abuse.

How do I know I have ADHD and not something else?

Keep reading to learn about these symptoms.

• Lack of focus. Lack of focus, the most telltale symptom of ADHD, goes beyond simply finding it hard to pay attention.
• Hyperfocus.
• Disorganization.
• Time management concerns.
• Forgetfulness.
• Impulsivity.
• Emotional concerns.
• Negative self-image.

Which is worse bipolar or ADHD?

symptoms of bipolar disorder tend to be more severe than those of ADHD. ADHD behavior is ongoing, while symptoms of bipolar disorder occur during distinct episodes. a child with bipolar disorder may experience both high and low moods (depending on the type of bipolar disorder)

Do you have ADHD and anxiety too?

In fact, 70\% of adults with ADHD have a second diagnosis too (Depression and Anxiety being the most common ones) Almost every time I’m interviewed on talk radio, the host will admit that one or two of their kids have been diagnosed, “And I think I have it too.”

Why do my parents not know I have ADHD?

If you did well in school, your parents and teachers may not have realized other ADHD symptoms were an issue. You may have another mental health issue, like depression or anxiety, that gets more notice. You have extra support or strategies that help lessen your symptoms. There’s no single test that confirms you have ADHD.

What is ADHD and how does it affect people?

For people diagnosed with ADHD, it is a common occurrence along with many other symptoms that make ordinary life a challenge. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a learning disorder that affects people from the age of 6 years and above.

Can you have high-functioning ADHD for years before being diagnosed?

You could have high-functioning ADHD for years before you ever get diagnosed. That lag time can happen because: If you did well in school, your parents and teachers may not have realized other ADHD symptoms were an issue. You may have another mental health issue, like depression or anxiety, that gets more notice.