ADHD

ADHD services offered in Cherry Creek, Denver, CO

The developmental condition attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) begins in childhood but can continue to cause problems into adulthood. If you suspect your child has ADHD or wonder if you should have received this diagnosis in childhood, Paramount Health Directions in Denver, Colorado, can help. Their experienced mental health professionals use proven treatments to help people of all ages manage ADHD more successfully. Call Paramount Health Directions to schedule a consultation or book one online today.

What is ADHD?

ADHD develops in childhood, although it’s not always diagnosed at this early stage. Symptoms often start before age 7 and continue to cause problems at home and school during adolescence.

ADHD is responsible for behavioral issues that can affect children’s life chances. While some experience an improvement as they get older, others continue to struggle with ADHD as adults.

Children with ADHD are often challenging for their parents, caregivers, and teachers because their behavior tends to be disruptive and uncooperative.

What symptoms are typical of ADHD?

There are a variety of behaviors and signs that indicate someone has ADHD. These include:

Becoming frustrated very quickly
Having frequent mood swings
Being very fidgety
Acting without thinking
Not worrying about safety
Having limitless energy
A lack of respect for authority
Being unable to stay focused
Not responding to others
A lack of organizational skills

Some children have mainly hyperactive traits, while others mostly have problems with attention and concentration issues. Many children exhibit a combination of the two.

Children and adults with ADHD often lack resilience, but rather than seeking help with their problems, they tend to either become more disruptive or more withdrawn.

What treatments are available for ADHD?

Although there’s no cure for ADHD, with expert treatment at Paramount Health Directions, both children and adults affected by this condition can learn to overcome many of their difficulties. Treatments available include:

Medication

Stimulant medications help to improve focus and concentration while reducing the severity of problematic behaviors. Nonstimulant drugs are also available for patients who don’t get along with stimulants.

Behavior therapy

Behavior therapy helps your child understand why their thought processes and behaviors differ so significantly from most of the people around them. Paramount Health Directions also offers practical solutions that enable you to adjust unwanted behaviors to improve everyday life.

Diet and lifestyle

A healthy diet and lifestyle are vital to optimal treatment success. You may need to change your child’s diet to ensure they have all the micronutrients they need, encourage them to exercise more, and help them find ways to manage stress. Or you may need to do these things for yourself. Paramount Health Directions has many nutrition and wellness programs available.

Paramount Health Directions delivers personalized treatment based on these three approaches, which have proven very effective. Call the office or book an appointment online today to benefit from their expertise.