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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
After a comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment plans are designed in collaboration with the parents. Treatment often focuses on achieving the behavior change necessary for academic, emotional, and social development.

What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

• Extreme distractibility
  
• Reckless impulsivity
  
• Unremitting activity
  

What are the Consequences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

• Poor school performance
  
• Serious behavior problems
  
• Family conflict
  

What Can be Done to Help Children and Adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

• Education about AD/HD
  
• Child management training
  
• Stimulant medication
  
• Child self-control training
  
• Parent-teacher collaboration
  

How do I get Started with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment?

1. Comprehensive assessment
2. Parental interview
3. Child assessment
4. Teacher consultation
5. Medical evaluation
6. Cognitive assessment
7. Neurological, speech, language, and learning assessments, as needed
8. Feedback

Data from multiple sources are integrated and summarized
Results and recommendations communicated to child, parents, school and physician.