Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD is a term for behaviors that include inattentive, impulsive and/or hyperactive symptoms.
ADHD can include inattentive behaviors such as difficulty concentrating or focusing, organizing tasks and completing tasks that take effort, impulsive behaviors such as not thinking before speaking or acting and hyperactive behaviors such as fidgeting, excessive talking, and acting as though they have an internal "motor."
Inattentive presentation
The ADHD Inattentive Type may include signs of difficulty focusing, daydreaming, lack of attention to detail, difficulty following directions, and trouble with organization. Individuals may seem easily distracted or have difficulty following directions.
Combined presentation
ADHD Combined Type is the most common and includes both Inattentive and Hyperactive categories of symptoms.
Hyperactive / Impulsive presentation
The ADHD Hyperactive-Impulsive Type may include signs such as fidgeting, not thinking before speaking, interrupting, excessive restlessness or difficulty remaining seated and difficulty waiting turns. Individuals may act as if run by an internal motor.
ADD vs ADHD
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is an outdated term that was used for those with only inattentive symptoms, versus hyperactive symptoms. ADHD is now used with qualifiers of Inattentive, hyperactive, or combined presentations.
Treatments
We strive to provide collaborative and personalized treatment based on each specific situation, child and family culture. We may use a variety of treatments and strategies in therapy with your child, including but not limited to the following.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
Cognitive Therapy
Art Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution Focused
Behavioral Management
Parental Consultations
Neurofeedback Services
EEG Biofeedback, or Neurofeedback, is offered at San Diego Therapy Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit who partners with Hilber Psychological Services to provide Neurofeedback services. Neurofeedback can help any areas where the brain or body are not functioning appropriately, efficiently, or is dysregulated. This includes issues such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, migraines, sleep, epilepsy, insomnia, bruxism, allergies, peak performance, ASD, and much more. Neurofeedback is highly recommended for the physiological symptoms of ADHD. Biofeedback treatment is considered a “Level 1 - Best Support” intervention for individuals with ADD/ADHD according to the AAP.
Contact San Diego Therapy Center directly for all questions regarding Neurofeedback services and/or to schedule a Neurofeedback appointment.