ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD IN CHILDREN
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
ADHD IN CHILDREN
We work with children and their parents, and the school system to make sure that parents and teachers are aware of the unique ADHD profile of the child, and encourage both to work with the strengths and gifts of the child.
ADHD IN ADULTS
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
ADHD IN CHILDREN
Untreated ADHD in adults is often perplexing to the individual and significant others. Its often difficult to make sense of the obvious potential coupled with poor achievement or out-right failure. We provide assessment and psychotherapy, when needed, to advance the individual towards a life of success.
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
The wealth of research in ADHD has revealed a number of co-occurring disorders that are often uncovered during a thorough clinical interview. Hidden disorders like, Anxiety, Depression, Drug Addiction, discrete learning disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, and others. Adding to the confusion of living with undiagnosed ADHD.
ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT
cO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
Assessment of ADHD, especially in children, takes time and patience. Understanding the family history, circumstances surrounding birth and delivery, and the specifics of how the child presents in a variety of contexts provides the information needed for sound diagnosis and treatment. Many of the parents who have provided updates on their children report significant progress in academic performance and social interactions. The children often report improved levels of confidence, focus and attention.
TREATMENT
ASSESSMENT
TREATMENT
Treatment for ADHD often requires a team approach, which might include psychotherapy and medication. In some cases medication, if required, may be taken as needed, in other cases medication is required in order for other forms of treatment to be successful. Most patients agree that the benefits of treatment far out weigh the chaos and emotional turmoil they once experienced.