Hi, how are you doing today? I'm glad you're seeking a proper assessment instead of self-diagnosing, because the pattern you describe (distractibility, trouble starting, losing track of time in deep focus) can point to ADHD, but anxiety, depression, poor sleep, trauma, and
thyroid issues can look very similar. To your question: if you're 18 or older, guardians are not required, and the assessment is your private process. If you're under 18, a parent or guardian usually needs to consent and take part. Even for adults, a clinician often asks about childhood, since ADHD traits begin early, and a parent's or sibling's recollection or old school reports can help. It's optional, though, and you can decide who to involve.
A good assessment usually includes a detailed history, structured questionnaires, and a check for other conditions, ideally with a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist experienced in adult ADHD. The most interesting part is often what runs alongside it: the frustration of knowing what to do and still not being able to start, and what that has done to how you see yourself. Whether or not ADHD is confirmed, you can build strategies that work for your brain. A therapy session can be a good first step to sort out what's happening and plan the assessment. Call or WhatsApp: nine two six six seven two six zero six five.