Question: Hi professor,
  Would like to know your thoughts on Sluggish Cognitive Tempo. Reading about SCT feels like it's the missing link in my life long persuit for answers along side my inattentive ADHD. 
  
  Is the condition well received/recognised in the professional sphere?  Is it likely to be researched / recognised more in future? What medication have you heard is effective if stimulants aren't working. 
  
  I want to bring it up with my Psychiatrist on my next visit but have read some horror stories about SCT not being taken seriously.
Answer: SCT is not an official diagnosis in the diagnostic manual.  It is currently a hot topic for research with a debate about whether it is a form of ADHD or should be considered another disorder.  The jury is still out on that.  It may not be helpful to bring up SCT with your provider.  It is always a good idea to describe your symptoms and let them handle the diagnosis.
content: Q: Hi professor,
  Would like to know your thoughts on Sluggish Cognitive Tempo. Reading about SCT feels like it's the missing link in my life long persuit for answers along side my inattentive ADHD. 
  
  Is the condition well received/recognised in the professional sphere?  Is it likely to be researched / recognised more in future? What medication have you heard is effective if stimulants aren't working. 
  
  I want to bring it up with my Psychiatrist on my next visit but have read some horror stories about SCT not being taken seriously.
   Ans: SCT is not an official diagnosis in the diagnostic manual.  It is currently a hot topic for research with a debate about whether it is a form of ADHD or should be considered another disorder.  The jury is still out on that.  It may not be helpful to bring up SCT with your provider.  It is always a good idea to describe your symptoms and let them handle the diagnosis.