ADHD
Marriage and Family Therapist & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor located in Greater Los Angeles Area, Venice, CA
Around six million children between ages 3 and 17 have been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In Venice, California, licensed psychotherapist Judith Bin-Nun, PhD, MA, LMFT, LPCC, and the team can help you or your child manage symptoms like difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and restlessness. The practice offers many personalized strategies and treatments to help you navigate ADHD’s challenges. Call today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.
ADHD is an ongoing neurodevelopmental disorder that commonly develops in children and lasts through adulthood. People with ADHD often struggle with inattention, impulsive behaviors, and organization. While the signs may be subtle, they can interfere with your ability to complete tasks efficiently and stay focused on important activities.
Everybody has difficulty paying attention, focusing on tasks, and staying organized from time to time, but these problems are more persistent with ADHD. Your ADHD symptoms may depend on the type you have:
This type of ADHD often involves difficulty paying attention to details, making careless mistakes, and frequently losing things. You may also be forgetful, easily distracted, and have trouble staying on task.
This type can make you restless and fidgety and make it difficult to sit still for long periods. You may also act impulsively without thinking through consequences, interrupt others, and have trouble waiting your turn.
This type involves a combination of inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive symptoms. People with combined ADHD may struggle with paying attention, staying organized, and controlling impulsive behaviors.
ADHD symptoms usually develop before age 12, but they can occur sooner. Many children present symptoms when they start school due to the environment’s increased demand for focus, patience, and organization. However, some people experience subtle ADHD symptoms and don’t realize they have the condition until later in life.
While there is no cure for ADHD, effective treatments and symptom management strategies can help reduce its effect on your daily life. Some of the most effective treatments at the office in Venice, California, include:
Your provider works with you to develop individualized strategies, such as breaking tasks into smaller steps, using visual aids or reminders, establishing routines, and creating an organized environment. These personalized approaches can significantly improve ADHD symptoms and help you or your loved one succeed in various areas of life.
With the right care, you can enjoy a fulfilling, productive life with ADHD. Call the Venice, California, office today or schedule an appointment online to connect with an experienced team member.