Understanding ADHD: Getting Started with Diagnosis and TreatmentIn this episode of the UR Covered Podcast, host Aly Miller focuses on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and its impact on people’s lives. Aly, a mental health therapist, offers insights into how to identify ADHD symptoms and get started with proper diagnosis and treatment. She emphasizes the relief that comes with understanding the condition and discusses the common symptoms and their presentations, especially in women. Aly stresses the importance of educating oneself, tracking symptoms, seeking professional advice from therapists, psychologists, or psychiatrists, and considering treatment options like medication and cognitive behavioral therapy. She also provides practical tips for listeners to start their journey towards managing ADHD effectively.

Additional Resources:

Stop Fighting Your ADHD Brain: Meet Your New Productivity Secret

ADHD Relationships: Moving from Frustration to Understanding

The Invisible Weight: Understanding and Healing from ADHD Partner Burnout

Suspect You Have ADHD? Here’s How to Find Answers and Get Support

Helpful Scripts to Use When Communicating with Your Partner Who Has ADHD

Weekly Check in Cards for You and Your Partner

00:00 Welcome to the UR Covered Podcast00:35 Understanding ADHD: An Introduction02:05 Recognizing ADHD Symptoms03:39 Educating Yourself About ADHD04:51 Different Presentations of ADHD05:42 ADHD in Women: Unique Challenges08:49 Tracking Symptoms and Seeking Diagnosis16:17 Treatment Options for ADHD20:48 Practical Tips and Final Thoughts