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Review the following Questions to Ask about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.

1. Do you have experience in diagnosing/treating ADHD? How long have you been treating patients with ADHD?

2. Do you have experience treating girls with ADHD?

3. Do I / does my child have ADHD? How can you tell? Could something else be causing this behavior?

4. What can I do about my child's behavior at home and school? How can I help my child?

5. What can I do to function better at home and work? What tools can I use to organize my responsibilities and activities?

6. Should I / my child be medicated for ADHD? What are the risks of medication for ADHD?

7. Do you offer counseling or behavior therapy as well as medication? Do you know of others in the community who can offer such treatment?

8. When should I / my child be medicated, and when is it not necessary to take the medication?

9. How should I approach the subject of ADHD with the people in my life, such as relatives, colleagues, other parents or teachers?

10. Are there support groups in this area for people with ADHD and their families?

11. Can I expect my child to grow out of ADHD?

12. Do you have experience working with adults and/or women with ADHD?