What is ADHD and is ADHD Real? ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a very real and difficult mental illness diagnosis. According to the CDC, “ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood.” It is...
Best ADHD Books You Should Read (According to a Psychiatrist)
The Best ADHD Books ADHD Books for Adults When it comes to attention deficit disorder (ADD or ADHD), the more you know the better you can understand how to manage it for you or your children. Here are some books that I highly recommend to patients and their families...
Most Important Mental Health Facts
Did you know one in 25 adults in the US alone experiences a severe mental illness in a given year? On a global scale, these mental health facts are staggering. Mental health significantly impacts our psychological and emotional wellbeing. As mental illnesses are becoming more common it helps to know...
How an ADHD Coach Helps Overcome Symptoms and Live Independently
ADHD or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common learning and behavioral disorder. Once diagnosed, there are many avenues of treatment, one being engaging an ADHD Coach. Though ADHD is commonly detected in young children, it can also affect adults. The symptoms of ADHD include lack of attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity....
ADHD Testing Near Me For The Right Diagnosis And Treatment
ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a learning and behavioral disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of hyperactivity, inattention, or impulsivity. Search for ADHD testing near me to find a doctor that can analyze your symptoms and evaluate your diagnosis. The symptoms of ADHD tend to interfere with the...
ADHD vs ADD – Recognizing the Differences
What is ADHD vs ADD? Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) share many similarities. Their names, some of their symptoms, and the age group often related to these conditions are often similar. However, ADHD vs ADD are not the same diagnosis and can respond differently to treatments....
[VIDEO] How to Tell if your Child has ADHD?
10 ways to tell if your child has ADHD 10 Ways to Know if your Child has ADHD Video Transcript 00:05 hey this is dr. Paul again child and adolescent psychiatrist I'm here today to talk 00:09 about mental health issues and children 00:10 today I'm going to talk to...
9 Common Adult ADHD Symptoms
Many people recognize ADHD symptoms in children, such as difficulty concentrating, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviors. However, adult ADHD symptoms are not identical to children’s ADHD symptoms, making it harder to spot this condition in adults. ADHD affects approximately 4.4 percent of the adult population in the U.S., making it a...
Medications to Treat ADHD
ADHD Treatment Using Medications We are often asked what are the medication options for ADHD treatment. There are a few different types of medications that are commonly used and some are summarized here. Child psychiatrists often prescribe these, as well as other non-medication treatments for children, teens, and adults with...
New ADHD Device
ADHD Device Monarch Nerve Stimulation device The FDA recently approved the Monarch external Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation (eTNS) System to treat ADHD in children 7 and up. Since the annoucement we have received many requests for information on the system so we will summarize what we know so far here. How...