ADHD Psychiatrists in Short Hills, NJ
![Photo of Stewart R. Reiter, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6802205-78ac-4e06-b13d-1f0ee1980e20/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have been in practice in Summit for over 20 years, treating adults struggling with psychiatric difficulties including: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and ADHD.
I graduated from Johns Hopkins University, and then received my M.D. from New Jersey Medical School. I completed my psychiatric residency at New York University and then did a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. I remained on the faculty where I taught medical students, did research in clinical psychopharmacology, and had a faculty practice. I also completed an externship in cognitive behavioral therapy under the tutelage of Dr. Aaron Beck at the University of Pennsylvania. I have written many published articles and have lectured extensively in the area of clinical psychopharmacology.
I have been in practice in Summit for over 20 years, treating adults struggling with psychiatric difficulties including: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and ADHD.
I graduated from Johns Hopkins University, and then received my M.D. from New Jersey Medical School. I completed my psychiatric residency at New York University and then did a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. I remained on the faculty where I taught medical students, did research in clinical psychopharmacology, and had a faculty practice. I also completed an externship in cognitive behavioral therapy under the tutelage of Dr. Aaron Beck at the University of Pennsylvania. I have written many published articles and have lectured extensively in the area of clinical psychopharmacology.
![Photo of Michael Zornitzer, MD, DLFAPA, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e25c6ed-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychiatrist with over 30 years experience in private practice, board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I work with patients with depression, anxiety, panic, substance abuse, ADD, OCD, bipolar disorder, marital and relationship issues as well as most other problems for which people seek professional help.
I am a psychiatrist with over 30 years experience in private practice, board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I work with patients with depression, anxiety, panic, substance abuse, ADD, OCD, bipolar disorder, marital and relationship issues as well as most other problems for which people seek professional help.
![Photo of Keeva Madden, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/75812690-c748-4d39-8e9f-be099c12f665/1/320x400.jpeg)
Madden is well-versed in a wide range of conditions, but she particularly excels in addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and autism spectrum disorder.
Born and raised in Ontario, Canada, Dr. Madden attended the University of Ottawa as an undergraduate, before attending Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine. She then completed her adult psychiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, where she served as chief resident, subsequently completing her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Vermont. Dr. Madden treats most conditions, with particular expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and autism spectrum disorder. She treats children, teenagers, and adults, providing medication management, as well as psychotherapy.
Madden is well-versed in a wide range of conditions, but she particularly excels in addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and autism spectrum disorder.
Born and raised in Ontario, Canada, Dr. Madden attended the University of Ottawa as an undergraduate, before attending Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine. She then completed her adult psychiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, where she served as chief resident, subsequently completing her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Vermont. Dr. Madden treats most conditions, with particular expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and autism spectrum disorder. She treats children, teenagers, and adults, providing medication management, as well as psychotherapy.
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I am a Yale-trained adult psychiatrist (board certified) and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience. My expertise is treating anxiety and depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, and performance/sports related problems. I provide psychotherapy and, when needed, medication treatment, approaching each patient as a whole person and tailoring treatment to meet their unique, personal needs. I consider my style non-judgmental and interactive, and collaborate with my patients to help them toward symptom relief, as well as greater wellness and fulfillment in life.
I am a Yale-trained adult psychiatrist (board certified) and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience. My expertise is treating anxiety and depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, and performance/sports related problems. I provide psychotherapy and, when needed, medication treatment, approaching each patient as a whole person and tailoring treatment to meet their unique, personal needs. I consider my style non-judgmental and interactive, and collaborate with my patients to help them toward symptom relief, as well as greater wellness and fulfillment in life.
![Photo of Denise Owen-Fabricius, MSN, APN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9a479b6d-a780-48d2-9c0d-2b6e58d465ac/2/320x400.jpeg)
Denise Owen-Fabricius
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APN
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
Pairing therapy & medication to treat depression & anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 50- 60% improved rate of recovery. I treat issues, such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and OCD. One of my special interests is ADHD, both childhood & adult. I perform ADHD evals and treat ADHD, which includes prescribing stimulants, if warranted. Symptoms in adults can be poor listening skills, inability to follow through with tasks, low frustration tolerance, and impulsivity which can lead to a number of difficulties with your job, family relationships, friendships, romantic relationships, and other social connections.
Pairing therapy & medication to treat depression & anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 50- 60% improved rate of recovery. I treat issues, such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and OCD. One of my special interests is ADHD, both childhood & adult. I perform ADHD evals and treat ADHD, which includes prescribing stimulants, if warranted. Symptoms in adults can be poor listening skills, inability to follow through with tasks, low frustration tolerance, and impulsivity which can lead to a number of difficulties with your job, family relationships, friendships, romantic relationships, and other social connections.
![Photo of Khushbu Shah, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6103bb4-dded-4a63-833b-692ee12cdf4b/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Khushbu Shah is a trained Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. She completed her fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey and her residency training in general psychiatry at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York. She has extensive experience working with mood and anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, attention deficit hyperactive disorders, autism spectrum disorders, learning disorders, and many others. She has worked closely with school-based mental health, with a special interest in providing current, innovative treatments.
Dr. Khushbu Shah is a trained Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. She completed her fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey and her residency training in general psychiatry at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York. She has extensive experience working with mood and anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, attention deficit hyperactive disorders, autism spectrum disorders, learning disorders, and many others. She has worked closely with school-based mental health, with a special interest in providing current, innovative treatments.
![Photo of Altagracia Gomez Aracena, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a88d3007-b635-466e-891b-eaf0b406a510/2/320x400.jpeg)
She provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management along with psychotherapy and follow-ups to adults, children & adolescents for different mental disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, ODD, school problems, selective mutism and Tourette's syndrome.
Dr. Altagracia Gomez Aracena is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Instituto Tecnologico and completed her residency and subsequently her fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, where she was appointed Chief in both programs. She has been working as an attending psychiatrist at Robert Wood Johnson- Barnabas Health covering adult program and the child and adolescent outpatient clinic. Dr. Gomez Aracena provides non-judgmental and compassionate care and strategies to achieve and embrace one's full potential.
She provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management along with psychotherapy and follow-ups to adults, children & adolescents for different mental disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, ODD, school problems, selective mutism and Tourette's syndrome.
Dr. Altagracia Gomez Aracena is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Instituto Tecnologico and completed her residency and subsequently her fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, where she was appointed Chief in both programs. She has been working as an attending psychiatrist at Robert Wood Johnson- Barnabas Health covering adult program and the child and adolescent outpatient clinic. Dr. Gomez Aracena provides non-judgmental and compassionate care and strategies to achieve and embrace one's full potential.
![Photo of Ololade Ekwere, PMHNP, FNP , PhD(c), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c670c8c2-7152-439f-b51c-4dc73a383e46/3/320x400.jpeg)
Ololade Ekwere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP , PhD(c)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
Lola specializes in treating teenagers and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, ADHD, and other common psychiatric disorders.
You may schedule your appointment at www.healing-garden-psych.com Accepting NEW Patients! Ololade "Lola" Ekwere is a Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has practiced for over 12 years in various capacities in healthcare serving patients and their families. Because she understands the interconnectedness of mental and physical health, she works collaboratively with each patient to prioritize and meet their mental health needs. Additionally, she is empathetic, listens, and practices using evidence-based guidelines in order to provide the best available care for her patients.
Lola specializes in treating teenagers and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, ADHD, and other common psychiatric disorders.
You may schedule your appointment at www.healing-garden-psych.com Accepting NEW Patients! Ololade "Lola" Ekwere is a Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has practiced for over 12 years in various capacities in healthcare serving patients and their families. Because she understands the interconnectedness of mental and physical health, she works collaboratively with each patient to prioritize and meet their mental health needs. Additionally, she is empathetic, listens, and practices using evidence-based guidelines in order to provide the best available care for her patients.
![Photo of Sean X Luo, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dad72a86-6392-4708-b1fc-006fe6a4fcf7/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Columbia-trained general and addiction psychiatrist and researcher. My practice focuses on delivering high-quality treatment to a small number of patients. I focus on complex substance use, co-morbid/dual diagnoses cases such as Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD) and depression, and behavioral addictions such as sex/gaming addiction. I conduct both talk therapy and use medications in my practice and work with both patients and their families. The goal is transformative change in behavior patterns to help patients achieve their highest level of functioning.
I am a Columbia-trained general and addiction psychiatrist and researcher. My practice focuses on delivering high-quality treatment to a small number of patients. I focus on complex substance use, co-morbid/dual diagnoses cases such as Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD) and depression, and behavioral addictions such as sex/gaming addiction. I conduct both talk therapy and use medications in my practice and work with both patients and their families. The goal is transformative change in behavior patterns to help patients achieve their highest level of functioning.
![Photo of Shirley Rajan, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40a11ede-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I believe a comprehensive assessment, a working alliance with clients and families, and collaboration with all treatment providers should be the foundation of any treatment. I am a dual board certified adult and child-adolescent psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating patients with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. I am well adept at addressing issues ranging from depression, to ADHD, to behavioral issues, to struggles with addiction. I believe in balancing multiple psychotherapeutic modalities with psychopharmacology.
I believe a comprehensive assessment, a working alliance with clients and families, and collaboration with all treatment providers should be the foundation of any treatment. I am a dual board certified adult and child-adolescent psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating patients with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. I am well adept at addressing issues ranging from depression, to ADHD, to behavioral issues, to struggles with addiction. I believe in balancing multiple psychotherapeutic modalities with psychopharmacology.
![Photo of Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6da1aadf-601c-46ac-bbaf-15f5db3c6a4d/3/320x400.jpeg)
In addition to providing general psychiatric care to those struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, ADD and other psychiatric problems, I am fellowship trained and have extensive experience helping people with co-occurring medical and psychiatric problems.
I combine my decades of experience in academic psychiatry and my extensive knowledge of psychotherapeutic methods and psychopharmacology with empathy, focused listening and a caring responsiveness to provide personalized care to the patients in my practice, Pegasus Psychiatry Associates (www.PegasusPsych.com). I was Chair of the Dept. of Psychiatry at Morristown Medical Center (NJ's #1 rated hospital) for 21 years and am a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Thomas Jefferson University's Medical School. I am widely published, have national recognition for my research and have served on state-wide mental health committees.
In addition to providing general psychiatric care to those struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, ADD and other psychiatric problems, I am fellowship trained and have extensive experience helping people with co-occurring medical and psychiatric problems.
I combine my decades of experience in academic psychiatry and my extensive knowledge of psychotherapeutic methods and psychopharmacology with empathy, focused listening and a caring responsiveness to provide personalized care to the patients in my practice, Pegasus Psychiatry Associates (www.PegasusPsych.com). I was Chair of the Dept. of Psychiatry at Morristown Medical Center (NJ's #1 rated hospital) for 21 years and am a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Thomas Jefferson University's Medical School. I am widely published, have national recognition for my research and have served on state-wide mental health committees.
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![Photo of Sonali R Mahajan, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a3beda9-c364-4951-a84d-8377e7d34ecd/3/320x400.jpeg)
At an early age, I began to enjoy working with children and adolescents, and that passion led me to becoming a board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. I have worked with clients from many different background experiences, cultures, and family systems. My work centers around helping children and adolescents with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, other behavior disorders, psychotic disorders, school and peer issues, and family conflict. At this time, I'm only providing treatment for children and adolescents who are less than 18 years old.
At an early age, I began to enjoy working with children and adolescents, and that passion led me to becoming a board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. I have worked with clients from many different background experiences, cultures, and family systems. My work centers around helping children and adolescents with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, other behavior disorders, psychotic disorders, school and peer issues, and family conflict. At this time, I'm only providing treatment for children and adolescents who are less than 18 years old.
![Photo of Dr. Stephen Jaeger, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33cde4de-1b1f-420e-a361-03987ec74498/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jaeger specializes in anxiety and mood disorders, phobia, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorder, addiction psychiatry and more.
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
Jaeger specializes in anxiety and mood disorders, phobia, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorder, addiction psychiatry and more.
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
![Photo of Dr. Jose Sanchez-Cruz, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/07d5ccfa-cec4-4cd3-9f04-de8eb5c267f9/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. My mission is to empower you to overcome personal obstacles to improve your life, fostering a sense of hope, resilience, and self-efficacy. Together, we can work to manage your symptoms, understand your experiences, and cultivate a more fulfilling life.
I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. My mission is to empower you to overcome personal obstacles to improve your life, fostering a sense of hope, resilience, and self-efficacy. Together, we can work to manage your symptoms, understand your experiences, and cultivate a more fulfilling life.
![Photo of Geoffrey Talis, MD, MS, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/12f93814-2669-48ad-ad33-7f60cb5787bd/1/320x400.jpeg)
There are times you may feel lost in this fast-paced world and begin to struggle with managing your mood, energy levels, concentration, and desire. It may appear that others are thriving in life and you're the one feeling left behind, weak, inadequate, or dysfunctional in some way. For some reason, you're just not reaching your full potential. You may at this point decide to seek out a psychiatrist to help navigate the complex nature of your life from multiple perspectives including the mind, body, spirit, and community.
There are times you may feel lost in this fast-paced world and begin to struggle with managing your mood, energy levels, concentration, and desire. It may appear that others are thriving in life and you're the one feeling left behind, weak, inadequate, or dysfunctional in some way. For some reason, you're just not reaching your full potential. You may at this point decide to seek out a psychiatrist to help navigate the complex nature of your life from multiple perspectives including the mind, body, spirit, and community.
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Alicia Morris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
Thank you for visiting my page! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (across the life span, which means I help people of all ages) with a desire to help others that are faced with mental health concerns. My background includes working with various conditions including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders. My experience also includes inpatient stabilization and outpatient continued care.
Thank you for visiting my page! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (across the life span, which means I help people of all ages) with a desire to help others that are faced with mental health concerns. My background includes working with various conditions including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders. My experience also includes inpatient stabilization and outpatient continued care.
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Dr. Denise Chase
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC, PMHNP, PhD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
With an extensive background in nursing and psychiatric care, I am a seasoned Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health services. My journey began with a solid foundation in nursing education at Gwynedd Mercy University, where I developed and revised curricula for various nurse practitioner programs, ensuring that future healthcare providers are well-equipped to meet the needs of their patients. My commitment to excellence in mental health care is reflected in my work as a consultant for various organizations, where I've played a key role in it.
With an extensive background in nursing and psychiatric care, I am a seasoned Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health services. My journey began with a solid foundation in nursing education at Gwynedd Mercy University, where I developed and revised curricula for various nurse practitioner programs, ensuring that future healthcare providers are well-equipped to meet the needs of their patients. My commitment to excellence in mental health care is reflected in my work as a consultant for various organizations, where I've played a key role in it.
![Photo of Hong Kim, PMHNP, NP-P, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b93cb9f-b6ea-4a82-ad6e-5cc289db6b63/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hong Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, NP-P, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
![Photo of Usman Ahmed - Institute For Better Living, MD, MBA, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50b298ee-b7ec-4a0b-8334-bc4656956538/3/320x400.jpeg)
Institute For Better Living
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Online Only)
At institute for better living we believe, that a strong mind in a weak body can strive against difficulties in a better way than a diseased mind in a strong body. Dr. Usman Ahmed is licensed in NY, NJ & PA and is a suboxone certified prescriber. Dr. Ahmed specializes in the medication management of mental health conditions in adults, and adolescents, as well as psychotherapy, depending on needs and preference of his patients. Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian and work as Medical Director Psychosomatic Medicine and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry.
At institute for better living we believe, that a strong mind in a weak body can strive against difficulties in a better way than a diseased mind in a strong body. Dr. Usman Ahmed is licensed in NY, NJ & PA and is a suboxone certified prescriber. Dr. Ahmed specializes in the medication management of mental health conditions in adults, and adolescents, as well as psychotherapy, depending on needs and preference of his patients. Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian and work as Medical Director Psychosomatic Medicine and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry.
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Dr Ojo is a psychiatrist at SK Lifestyle Psychiatry. Dr. Ojo is a double-board certified Psychiatrist, with experience in treating a variety of psychiatric illnesses, ranging from mood, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, and stress-related disorders. Additionally, her advance training in psychosomatic medicine allows for a more in-depth understanding of the interplay between physical and mental health. Dr. Ojo has been exposed to diverse backgrounds differing from her own–she is well aware of the importance and impact this can have on an individual.
Dr Ojo is a psychiatrist at SK Lifestyle Psychiatry. Dr. Ojo is a double-board certified Psychiatrist, with experience in treating a variety of psychiatric illnesses, ranging from mood, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, and stress-related disorders. Additionally, her advance training in psychosomatic medicine allows for a more in-depth understanding of the interplay between physical and mental health. Dr. Ojo has been exposed to diverse backgrounds differing from her own–she is well aware of the importance and impact this can have on an individual.
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ADHD Psychiatrists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.