Do I Have ADHD or Am I Just Lazy?
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghJune 7, 2024 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, am i lazy, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, do i have adhd, lazy0 comments
Do I have ADHD or Am I Just Lazy?
Have you ever Googled, “Do I have ADHD, or am I just lazy?”. If so, you’re not alone. This question is often asked on Google, Reddit, and other platforms online.
Many people struggle to identify if they have a mental health disorder, like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), that requires treatment or...Learn MoreSelf Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism?
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 25, 2024 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, ASD, ASDs, autism, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum disorders, do i have adhd, do i have autism, neurodivergence, neurodiversity, neurotypical, self diagnosis, self-diagnosis0 comments
Self Diagnosis: Do I Have ADHD? Do I Have Autism?
In recent years, there has been a notable rise in the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Concurrently there has been a significant increase in Google Searches for “Do I Have Autism?” and “Do I Have ADHD?”.
“Do I have ADHD” Google...Learn MoreSeeing a Psychiatrist vs. A Psychological Assessment
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghOctober 5, 2023 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, medication management, Neuropsychology, psychiatric assessment, psychiatric services, psychiatry, psychological assessment, psychological testing, seeing a psychiatrist0 comments
Psychological assessments and psychiatric evaluations are two essential components of mental healthcare, each offering distinct advantages in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. In this blog post, we’ll delve deeper into the advantages of psychological assessments over seeing a psychiatrist and explore the multifaceted benefits they bring to the field of mental...Learn More“Mom Brain” or Something Else? Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD in Women
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMarch 21, 2023 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, mom brain, new mom, undiagnosed ADHD in women0 comments
Many women report having “mom brain,” in which they report being forgetful, having difficulty concentrating, and being impatient. While “mom brain” has been proven to be a real phenomenon, it is typically reported by women who are pregnant or have young children. “Mom brain” is situational and typically goes away on its own. These same symptoms, however, can also be indicative of...Learn More