Psychiatrist doesn’t believe I have ADHD
My psychiatrist doesn’t believe I have ADHD. She’s using the old criteria from the DSM and says it’s a children’s diagnosis. That my adult conditions are anxiety and depression which are the root of my ADHD. This I know is untrue because I am aware my anxiety and depression are symptoms of my ADHD. There is research indicating that ADHD is not just a children’s and little boy diagnosis.
She prescribed me Zoloft 25mg and Wellbutrin 150mg. I feel blunted and irritable, some mild anxiety, and some recent insomnia. I’m noticing some focus and slight motivation, however, my ruminating and racing thoughts are still there.
Should I continue seeing her? I’m unsure if we will ever move towards actual ADHD meds, which is what I know I need. Would it be unreasonable trying to go elsewhere where they specialize in adult ADHD assessments? Or too soon? How do I let her know I eventually would like to try actual ADHD meds if she doesn’t think I can have it?
6 weeks on Zoloft
5 days on Wellbutrin
I met my psychiatrist 5 days ago when she prescribed me the Wellbutrin.