<p>Well, ADD runs in my family, my father has it, my sister has it, as well as my brother. I was talking about it with my mom, and she was telling me the symptoms and I could related to a lot of them, severe procrastination, forgetful of homework assignments and small things like bring my lunch or appointment with teachers, unorganized, etc. So I was curious as how to get tested for ADD because I feel like it may be affect my performance in school.</p>
<p>My son was formally diagnosed with ADHD - Predominately Inattentive Type. I did more reading an realized that my father and I also have Adult ADD too though we’ve learned to adapt in our own ways. </p>
<p>However, you must be “formally” tested to get the disability benefits available in high school and college. The college clinics cost was about 60% less that the doctors offices I called (and the testing cost is not usually covered by any health insurance).</p>
<p>Check out a previous post I wrote:
<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/learning-differences-challenges-ld-adhd/1201641-trying-study-first-year-jc-college-add.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/learning-differences-challenges-ld-adhd/1201641-trying-study-first-year-jc-college-add.html</a></p>
<p>My kids’ pediatrician recommended a local psychologist, who tested them and gave us a thorough diagnosis report. Once the psychologist confirmed the ADD diagnosis, the pediatrician then prescribed medication.</p>