According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are an estimated six million children—or 9.8% of those between the ages of three and seventeen—who are diagnosed with ADHD in the United States. Currently, this number is around 4.4% for adults, which is still more than eight million Americans. And for the over one-million California residents who struggle with ADHD, it is our goal to provide the help you need.
Here at Pacific Mind Health in Long Beach, CA, our highly-experienced psychiatrists and mental health providers are proud to offer successful treatment methods for men, women, and children currently living with ADHD. We know that everyone is different and believe that everyone deserves the highest standard of customized mental health care and medical support. So we encourage you to take the first step towards ADHD treatment in Long Beach, CA, today by scheduling your initial consultation online or calling us at 562.279.0180 today.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder—more easily and commonly known as ADHD—is a condition that impacts an individual’s self-control, focus, and a variety of other important life skills. It is a brain disorder that is characterized by an ongoing pattern of hyperactivity and impulsivity, as well as a level of inattention that interferes with daily life and normal functioning.
Though ADHD is far more common during childhood and adolescence, it can occur at any age and continue throughout one’s life. For children and adolescents, it can affect how they function at school, during extracurricular activities, and at home. Similarly, adults living with ADHD may find it difficult to hold certain careers, stay focused on their work or hobbies, or keep up important social relations.
You can already begin to see why ADHD treatment in Long Beach, CA, is such a sought-after service.
ADHD affects people very differently from case to case, and as such, the symptoms between two ADHD diagnoses may not look anything like each other. One thing to keep in mind when it comes to ADHD symptoms is that they aren’t unique to the condition itself—they are experiences and sensations anyone can feel. The difference lies in that those with ADHD are predisposed to finding it immensely difficult to overcome them.
Some symptoms of ADHD can include:
Many people with ADHD may also have trouble with certain basic skills and functions, such as:
As with many mental health conditions, the root causes of ADHD aren’t explicitly clear. However, many experts have linked the condition to anomalies and quirks that stand out from the typical anatomy of a brain. And we do know that ADHD seems to run in families—so if you have a family history of ADHD, you’re more likely to develop it.
A number of factors could contribute to the development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, such as:
Though no matter the cause of your ADHD diagnosis, there are ways to find peace and reduce the symptoms that may come with your unique case. With the help of our highly-trained and experienced psychiatric team here at Pacific Mind Health, ADHD treatment in Long Beach, CA, is made easier than ever before.
After a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, Dr. Flatow will work with you to draw up a customized treatment plan that will help determine the best course of action to manage your ADHD.
Once we have a clear picture of the state of your mental health, your Pacific Mind Health psychiatric provider may recommend any of the following:
Then, once your ADHD treatment in Los Angeles, is underway, we’ll do our best to help you stay on the right track toward a lifetime of quality mental health.
In conjunction with whatever plan your psychiatrist lays out for you, there are plenty of helpful tips for managing your ADHD even further. We recommend practicing better organization skills, limiting possible distractions when necessary, and creating a healthy routine that you can adhere to when you’re not sure what to do. It’s also essential to rest your mind enough and do your best to get good quality sleep.
These tips don’t have to be sweeping changes to your life that you implement immediately; they can be broader goals that you slowly work towards over time to better solidify your ADHD management. Plus, by giving yourself clear and realistic goals—as well as fostering an environment that encourages a happy, healthy mind—you may even one day find that you no longer need medication to help combat your more challenging ADHD symptoms.
Everybody needs a little help from time to time. So, if your ADHD symptoms have been weighing on you heavily and you think that a quality ADHD treatment in Long Beach, CA, may help ease the burden as you regain your footing in life, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team here at Pacific Mind Health. You can reach us for more information or to set up your initial consultation by calling 562.279.0180 or by filling out our online form today!
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