Could it be ADHD? A self-recognition guide
A self-recognition guide for adults noticing long-standing patterns of inattention,
ADHD is a diagnosis given to people who have challenges with inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. For people with ADHD, these challenges usually begin in childhood and continue as they grow up, though they may change or improve over time.
Many people seek assessment because they notice long-standing patterns affecting daily life. The patterns often show up across more than one area of life, including work, study, relationships, finances, or self-image. They are not new problems and they are not explained by a single difficult period.
An assessment helps clarify whether ADHD or another condition may be contributing to the difficulties you are experiencing. It is the first step toward a clear answer either way.
If you would like to read more before deciding, two trusted starting points are: