ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, can cause problems and even lower performance at work, school, or in everyday life.
Our premier team of professionals at Progressive Psychiatric Services provides a comprehensive spectrum of treatment choices to assist both children and adults in managing their ADHD symptoms.
What is ADHD??
ADHD, one of the most common mental illnesses in kids, also affects adults. People who have ADHD frequently act impulsively, are hyperactive, and struggle greatly with focus and concentration.
They frequently comprehend exactly what is required of them in settings like school or the workplace, but they find it difficult to remain focused on the task at hand.
What are the symptoms?
Commonly found symptoms include:
- Being inattentive
- Not able to sit still
- Acting without thinking
These characteristics are typical of young children, whether or not they have ADHD. But when a child has ADHD, these characteristics are typically more overt and obvious than with other children of a comparable age, and they lead to stress and problems at home, at school, and with friends.
How is ADHD diagnosed?
To make an ADHD diagnosis, our medical specialists elicit data from parents, teachers, and other parties, often from the previous six months, and conduct a thorough medical evaluation. No laboratory test exists.
ADHD is classified into one of three categories:
- Inattentive type
- Hyperactive/Impulsive type
- Combination type (symptoms of previous two types found)
A diagnosis is crucial for children who are in school. Although they cannot diagnose ADHD, school workers can assist in providing information to medical professionals. However, school staff play a crucial role after it is diagnosed in your child. Students with ADHD, which frequently hinders their learning, may be eligible for special education and benefit from services including acquiring study techniques, changing the way the classroom is set up, and having the curriculum adapted.
Many adults with ADHD are unaware of how the illness affects their ability to interact with others and perform well at work. They can be identified by a thorough evaluation that looks at both present and previous symptoms as well as medical background. What you want altered should go here. After that, click the button below. It’s that simple!
How is ADHD managed?
At Progressive Psychiatric Services, therapy and medication are used to treat ADHD. At Progressive, we take a collaborative approach. Therapy for couples, families, or both is frequently advised. An ADHD patient’s therapist concentrates on building habits, teaching practical organizational skills, and offering ways to address executive functioning deficits. The most effective treatment for ADHD symptoms typically involves a combination of behavioral therapy, medication, and involving family members or partners in the process.