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Who can diagnose ADHD in adults?
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11 minutes
Released:
Mar 29, 2023
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What type of doctor should you see for ADHD diagnosis — primary care provider? Psychologist? Psychiatrist? Is it worth waiting longer to see a specialist? How much does it cost? Get answers to common questions from Understood Explains host Dr. Roberto Olivardia. For more resources, including a transcript formatted for easy skimming, visit the episode page on Understood. Timestamps [00:50] Can my primary care doctor diagnose ADHD? [03:19] Do I need a psychiatrist or psychologist to diagnose my ADHD? [05:13] What other kinds of specialists can diagnose ADHD? [07:01] How much does it cost to get an ADHD diagnosis? [08:15] Is it worth waiting longer for a specialist? [09:05] Key takeaway, next episode, and credits Understood.org is a resource dedicated to shaping the world so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about Understood Explains and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2023 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved. Understood is not affiliated with any pharmaceutical company.
Released:
Mar 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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