Institute for Adult ADHD
The Institute for Adult ADHD can assist you in moving forward!
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that persists from childhood into adulthood, though it’s often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed in adults. It’s characterized by difficulties with attention, impulse control, and/or restlessness that are inconsistent with someone’s age and can interfere with daily life, work, relationships, or personal goals.
Symptoms in adults tend to look different than those in kids. Instead of bouncing off the walls, you might see chronic procrastination, trouble focusing on tasks (especially tedious but perhaps essential ones), impulsivity like interrupting people or making snap decisions, or feeling restless internally. Some adults describe it as a brain that’s always “on”—racing thoughts, forgetting stuff, or losing track of time. Emotional dysregulation can also pop up, like quick frustration or mood swings.
It is estimated that about 4-5% of adults worldwide have ADHD, but many don’t realize it because they’ve adopted coping mechanisms or because it was missed in childhood. Diagnosis usually involves reviewing your history, symptoms, and how they impact you. There’s no single test; it’s more about patterns over time.
Behavioral treatment involves executive skills coaching, which can help with organization and impulse control. Lifestyle tweaks—exercise, sleep, routines—can make a dent, too. Not everyone needs meds; it depends on the severity of your ADHD and personal preference.
Do not let ADHD hinder your progress any longer.
The Institute for Adult ADHD is a division of Volpe Psychological Services, P.C. The Institute is dedicated to the assessment and treatment of adults with ADHD in Long Island and the greater New York metro area. Lectures, workshops, and consultations are available. Dr. Volpe has evaluated and treated adults with ADHD for over 25 years.