Do I have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) given my symptoms of inattention, hyperfocus, procrastination, and social cue variability, despite having a high Intelligence Quotient (IQ) of 126 and exceptional language learning abilities?

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Differential Diagnosis

The patient's symptoms and characteristics suggest several possible diagnoses. Here is a categorized list of potential diagnoses:

  • Single Most Likely Diagnosis

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): The patient's self-reported symptoms of distractibility, procrastination, and difficulty with time management (chronic lateness) are consistent with ADHD. Additionally, their ability to hyperfocus on tasks of interest is a common trait in individuals with ADHD.
  • Other Likely Diagnoses

    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): The patient's exceptional abilities in learning languages, hyperfocusing on tasks, and attention to detail (e.g., visualizing human anatomy) could be indicative of ASD. However, their self-reported ability to pick up social cues and engage in deep thinking suggests that ASD might not be the primary diagnosis.
    • Giftedness or High Cognitive Ability: The patient's high IQ, exceptional language learning abilities, and talent for music could be attributed to giftedness or high cognitive ability.
  • Do Not Miss Diagnoses

    • Anxiety Disorder: The patient's procrastination and stress when faced with challenging tasks could be indicative of an underlying anxiety disorder. It is essential to rule out anxiety disorders, as they can have a significant impact on daily life and may require separate treatment.
    • Depression: Although not explicitly mentioned, the patient's history of emotional pain and ability to forgive and trust in God could be related to depressive episodes. It is crucial to assess for depressive symptoms, as they can be debilitating and require targeted intervention.
  • Rare Diagnoses

    • Savant Syndrome: The patient's exceptional abilities in learning languages, music, and potentially other areas could be indicative of savant syndrome, a rare condition in which individuals with developmental disorders or brain injuries exhibit extraordinary skills.
    • Synesthesia: The patient's ability to visualize human anatomy and potentially other cross-sensory experiences could be related to synesthesia, a neurological condition in which the stimulation of one sensory pathway leads to an automatic, involuntary experience in another sensory pathway.

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