adhd/add

I am a very private and sensitive person.   I keep getting told that I need to see a doctor for adhd/add because its a  big problem to me.   Even though I've quit work because of it, even tasks at home are really hard.  I can't  complete anything...i keep starting new things.  Since this is not a physical problem, is it possible for me to be treated for this with an online doctor?  

[Ted A Grossbart, Ph.D.]

I would be very hesitant to assume that this diagnosis is necessarily correct or the whole story. There are a range of reasons why someone may have trouble focusing on tasks.   If meds are needed that will have to be face to face.  If you are too fearful to go see someone,  that raises the issue of social or other phobias.  If that is the problem there may be therapists in your area who will come to your home.  Working with someone over the phone would be the last resort, less than ideal, but way better than nothing.

What do you think?

tg