This question comes up constantly, and the answer may surprise you. In this video, I break down what the evidence and DSM-5-TR actually say about ADHD diagnosis. ADHD is a clinical diagnosis, not a test-based one. Major guidelines do not require routine neuropsychological testing when a thorough, evidence-based assessment is performed. If you’re a PMHNP, NP student, or mental health clinician navigating ADHD assessments, this video will help you practice confidently, ethically, and within eviden

Did you know? 🙋🏼‍♀️ ADHD is a disorder listed in the DSM 5 and it has been recognized as a legitimate diagnosis by medical experts across the world. There has been extensive research including studies by Harvard medical school showing genetic components to ADHD that also make it highly hereditary. ADHD has also been presented as a visible biochemical imbalance in patients. Papers: https://doi.org/10.1002/ajmg.b.32077 https://doi.org/10.1038/s41386-020-0664-5 https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to