Josie Desmarais, PMHNP-BC

ADHD and Depression: When You Have Both at the Same Time Reviewed by Josie Desmarais, PMHNP-BC · Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner · Last updated August 2026 Roughly 30% of adults with undiagnosed ADHD with ADHD also meet criteria for major depressive disorder, and the overlap is not coincidence. ADHD increases depression risk through years … Read more

How Long Does It Take to Get an ADHD Diagnosis? Reviewed by Josie Desmarais, PMHNP-BC · Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner · Last updated August 2026 A structured psychiatric evaluation is the fastest route to an accurate adult ADHD diagnosis. Short answer: A thorough psychiatric evaluation is the foundation of good care. It clarifies your … Read more