Doctor's Checklist
You've made the doctor's appointment, but your work doesn't end there. Make sure to go to the appointment prepared. Here are some suggestions:
- Complete the Adult Symptom Checklist. For a complete list of ADHD symptoms, please click here.
- Gather report cards from teachers. If an adult, still gather report cards from the school years, in addition to any job performance reviews. The feedback can help the physician
- Spend a few minutes reviewing the Doctor Discussion Guide questions provided here for you, and jot down any of your own, so you don't forget once you're in the doctor's office
- Be prepared to talk about any medications you or your child are currently taking
- Take inventory of ALL of your or your child's symptoms and be prepared to discuss them.
- Take someone with you. Your buddy may hear something that maybe you did not, or remember to ask a question that might not have occurred to you
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