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Self-diagnosis is valid if it helps you (lemmy.dbzer0.com)
submitted 2 years ago by [M] to c/adhd@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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[–] 20 points 2 years ago* (1 child)

I understand why people might not want to do it, but personally getting diagnosed and starting treatment has been life changing.

Yeah you don't need a doctor to tell you your arm is broken, but raw dogging a broken arm is hardly ideal.

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  • [–] 9 points 2 years ago (3 children)

    This post is literally about how hard it is to get a formal diagnosis. Nobody said they don't want to do it.

    I'm trying for years now and can't get anyone to test me. Treatment is only covered after I have an official diagnosis. And this is in a country with socialised healthcare.

    Not everyone is as fortunate as you and can get a proper diagnosis and treatment.
    Yeah I don't need a doctor to tell me my arm is broken, but at least I can get a doctors appointment for that.

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  • [–] 5 points 2 years ago

    yeah, the last time I tried to get a diagnosis it was a 6 month wait just to meet the doctor for it. And I had to make a phone call too which I avoid at all costs even if it's detrimental because the anxiety gets to me so bad haha

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