Manage ADHD with Expert Care
ADHD is often misdiagnosed, and people suffer silently for years.
ADHD is characterized by problems with executive skills, including inattention, disorganization, restlessness, and impulsivity, and is one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. ADHD also affects more than ten million adults. Despite the growth in awareness of ADHD over the past couple of decades, many people in New York go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, especially in Long Island.
But unlike depression or anxiety, ADHD is more complicated to diagnose in adolescents and adults. Diagnosing ADHD involves assessing behaviors, especially executive skills, which can fluctuate on a continuum. These behaviors interfere with living a happy and productive life.
Further complicating things, ADHD is also a risk factor for many other conditions, including anxiety and depression. Finding the correct diagnosis requires a well-trained clinician who will adequately evaluate and ask the right questions. Psychological help includes executive skills training in time management and organizational skills, reducing impulsive behavior, and developing better problem-solving skills.
The first step in getting help is getting a proper diagnosis. This is where an appropriate psychological assessment is essential. Proper diagnosis leads to useful interventions. With help, ADHD need not interfere with work, relationships, or education. Call today to begin to live more productively and happily.
Related ADHD information
CBS Evening News with Dan Rather (2003) "Labeling Defiant Kids." A segment with Dr. Volpe, interviewed by Mika Brzezinski.
In a news broadcast panel discussion from 2013, Dr. Volpe addresses the problems associated with improper ADHD assessment and the misdiagnosis of ADHD.
So many children with ADHD feel like the whole world is against them and that expectations are too high for them to reach. In this Podcast, Dr. Volpe discusses the impact of ADHD on children.
"Effective Strategies for the Child with ADHD: The Pathway to Success." This handout was developed a few years ago for several workshops by Dr. Volpe. It offers a helpful way to understand ADHD and Executive Functions. Several tips to improve executive skills are provided.