Find Help for ADD and ADHD

At Neighborhood Medical Center, Dallas-area adults can find help for their ADHD symptoms. Dr. McElya knows how to determine whether an individual is dealing with ADHD and how to prescribe the right treatments. If you are struggling with the effects of ADHD, contact us to learn more about effective treatment options. You can call us directly or book an appointment online.

What is ADD and ADHD?

ADHD is divided into three categories:

Inattentive ADHD: This type is what people used to refer to as ADD and describes the inability of a person to pay attention, or someone who’s easily distracted, without displaying any symptoms of hyperactivity

Hyperactive ADHD: In this category, ADHD presents as an uncontrollable restlessness or impulsivity

Combination ADHD: People with this type of ADHD experience both inattention and hyperactivity, making it especially difficult for them to function at work

What are the Symptoms of ADHD?

ADHD can be difficult to diagnose since there are many symptoms, as well as a wide range in severity of these symptoms. In order to understand the basics, here are the most common symptoms of the hallmarks of ADHD — attention defici, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Attention Deficit Symptoms

ADHD may be at play if you or your loved one is:

Difficulty paying attention
Easily distracted
Unable to follow instructions
Unable to concentrate when spoken to
Forgetfulness
Unable to finish tasks or projects
Difficulty organizing tasks
Avoiding tasks that require concentration
Easily frustrated

Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Symptoms

The most common signs of hyperactivity and impulsivity are:

Talking excessively
Constant fidgeting or moving around
Feeling restless
Frequent and inappropriate interruptions
Difficulty sitting still
Inability to wait
Acting without thinking
Difficulty controlling emotions
Difficulty waiting their turn

Diagnosing ADHD is difficult because there’s no definitive test to determine the existence of the disorder. If any of the symptoms described above are present for six months or more, it might be beneficial to see Dr. McElya for an evaluation. He can get to the bottom of the behavior and determine whether ADHD is at play.

How Is ADHD Treated?

Once diagnosed with an attention disorder, Dr. McElya can administer medications for related symptoms.

In combination with behavioral therapy, these medications may be successful in treating attention deficit symptoms. To ensure that the therapies are working, Dr. McElya monitors patients regularly.

If you suspect someone in your family might have ADHD, call Neighborhood Medical Center, or schedule an appointment using the online booking tool.

It is important to remember that attention deficit symptoms are a complex disorder and there is no single treatment that works for everyone. The best approach is to work with a qualified physician, like Dr. McElya to develop a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs.

Find Help for ADD and ADHD

What is ADD and ADHD?

What are the Symptoms of ADHD?

Attention Deficit Symptoms

Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Symptoms

How Is ADHD Treated?

It is important to remember that attention deficit symptoms are a complex disorder and there is no single treatment that works for everyone. The best approach is to work with a qualified physician, like Dr. McElya to develop a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs.

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