If your doctor is a family medicine practitioner, you really should visit a practice that specializes in ADHD. It can cost a lot more but well worth it. They’ll be much more proficient in providing an actual diagnosis and subtype along with the knowledge to help find treatments. IMHO, as others mention, medication still requires behavioral/mental habit changes which having a psychiatrist familiar with the details of ADHD will be a huge boon in incorporating into your lifestyle.

Oddly I get the bit about sleep deprivation. It can be oddly effective. I also sometimes do more effective work when I have a cold/flu as well.