Evaluation and Treatment of ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) impacts the lives of millions of children and may last through adulthood. ADHD in children primarily manifests with ongoing challenges including an inability to maintain attention, hyperactivity, and/or problems with impulsiveness. Because nearly all children without ADHD manifest these behaviors at some point in childhood, it is critical to have a trained physician evaluate and assess if your child truly has ADHD or is manifesting such behaviors for other reasons.
ADHD in Children
Children with ADHD can have challenging lives. In many instances, children with ADHD:
- Struggle in the classroom, resulting in poor academic performance and judgement by both fellow peers and adults
- Are more accident and injury prone as compared to other children
- Tend to be besought with lower self-esteem
- Have a greater risk of delinquent behavior as well as alcohol and drug abuse
- Find social engagement and acceptance from other children and adults to be more difficult
If you have concerns about your child displaying signs of ADHD, contact Prince William Pediatrics and Adolescent Center in Woodbridge, VA today to schedule an appointment for a proper evaluation and treatment plan that can help your child overcome the symptoms of ADHD.
