It's been confusing and hard. It wasn't until I got an ADHD diagnosis that it started making sense and was treated properly. The first 15-20 years of my adult life were simply treating depression or anxiety but never looked at the whole picture. Also being 2E my symptoms weren't as outwardly obvious or was easier to mask them so it's generally been an uphill battle finding a doctor who will listen with an open mind. I had good grades in school but it took me over two years to call an A/C technician. I really hope your treatment goes smoothly and you're able to get the support you need to live an enriching life.
I'm sorry. It can be frustrating. I've hopped through so many care providers from either changes in insurance or moving or they retire and refer me out and then I feel like I'm starting over with someone new that doesn't really understand me. And of course the diagnosis changes depending on the doctor's background.
It's been confusing and hard. It wasn't until I got an ADHD diagnosis that it started making sense and was treated properly. The first 15-20 years of my adult life were simply treating depression or anxiety but never looked at the whole picture. Also being 2E my symptoms weren't as outwardly obvious or was easier to mask them so it's generally been an uphill battle finding a doctor who will listen with an open mind. I had good grades in school but it took me over two years to call an A/C technician. I really hope your treatment goes smoothly and you're able to get the support you need to live an enriching life.