ADHD (Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder)
Challenges with focus, impulsivity, or restlessness that affect school and daily life. Therapy provides strategies for organization, emotional regulation, and improved attention.
Overview
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and activity level. It is not caused by laziness but by differences in brain functioning. Individuals with ADHD may struggle with focus, planning, emotional regulation, or sitting still, which affects school, work, and personal relationships.
Symptoms
Inattention:
Difficulty focusing on tasks
Forgetfulness
Disorganization
Trouble completing assignments
Hyperactivity:
Restlessness or fidgeting
Difficulty sitting still
Excessive talking
Impulsivity:
Acting without thinking
Interrupting others
Emotional outbursts
Causes
Genetic and hereditary factors
Brain development differences
Pregnancy or early childhood factors (premature birth, low birth weight)
Family history of ADHD
How Therapy Can Help
Behavioral therapy
Parent training programs
School accommodations and support
Routine-building and structure
Emotional regulation tools
Executive functioning coaching
Medication (if recommended by a psychiatrist)
