ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a common behavioral disorder associated with hyperactivity, trouble focusing and occasionally impulsivity. It is most often diagnosed in children before they are in their teens, with the average age of diagnosis being around 7 years old.
If you believe that your child may have ADHD, schedule an appointment today. Our expert pediatric neurologists and ADHD doctors at Complete Neurological Care can provide ADHD testing and effective treatment. Our goal is to be your number one choice for comprehensive neurological care in NYC.
This is the most common type and, as the name suggests, patients will exhibit symptoms from both hyperactive ADHD and inattentive ADHD.
Children with this type of ADHD can be hyperactive but can still effectively pay attention.
This type was formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD). Children with this type do not have disruptive behavior and thus can be difficult to identify.
There are other conditions/reasons that can cause similar ADHD symptoms to those above. They include:
ADHD is a clinical diagnosis, based on the set of guidelines by American Academy of Neurology. After your child completes the ADHD evaluation, our pediatric neurologist will determine the best treatment for your child.
There is a range of treatment options for ADHD, the choice of which will be determined by the individual child’s condition. Pediatric ADHD treatments often include a combination of behavioral and dietary modification, biofeedback, and medication. This may include social skills training and support groups combined with stimulants. In order to determine the best course of treatment for your child, speak to one of our ADHD doctors and neurologists.
Complete Neurological Care has a dedicated pediatric neurologist and offers treatment for a wide variety of conditions, including ADHD. If you believe your child has ADHD, schedule an appointment today. Our expert neurologists are located in Queens, Downtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Long Island, Upper West Side, the Bronx, and New Jersey.