Therapist in Encino,CA
According to the DSM, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) is a neurological disorder that impacts the parts of the brain that help us plan, focus on, and execute tasks. AD/HD symptoms vary by sub-type — inattentive, hyperactive, or combined — and are often more challenging to diagnose in girls and adults.
Common AD/HD Symptoms include:
- inattention
- lack of focus/hyperfocus
- poor time management
- weak impulse control
- exaggerated and unregulated emotions
- Hyperactivity
- Executive Functioning Challenges