Is anybody here familiar with this thing?
I’m talking to a psychiatrist to get assessed for ADHD, but in order to start treatment, if necessary, I’ll first have to do this neuropsychological assessment called the WEIS test. It’s expensive as shit, more than 2k, but seems to be the only way for me to get any kind of treatment. I can either pay that amount or wait 8-10 months to get it through my health insurance.
I did some digging and apparently it’s this assessment of intelligence that can only be applied by qualified professionals. It frankly sounds like I’m about to get my brainpan measured. Have any of you taken this exam? Is it as stupid as it sounds? Has it helped you receive and/or validate a diagnosis?
Honestly it fucking sucks to me, having to jump through all these hoops just to have somebody listen to me and say “you have/don’t have ADHD”.
I sincerely appreciate you letting me know how things have been going for you. I’m so happy that you took this step, I know that it’s going to be worth it; you deserve a fulfilling life where you are comfortable to be who you are. I’m excited for you for where this journey will take you.
Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to this comment. I hadn’t forgotten about it. I just had a rough patch (when my account went dark) which I’ve been dragging myself out of in fits and starts. My recent comments have been me working hard to lift myself up enough to express some thoughts and contribute a bit before sliding back down again. It’s a bummer but it is what it is and at least I’m trending upwards at the moment. It’s been really nice to have yourself and another couple of people on here appreciating my existence recently, it’s truly meant a lot to me.