ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a condition that first becomes apparent in childhood, although sometimes it may remain undiagnosed till late adolescence or adulthood. In children, characteristic symptoms may suggest the diagnosis through observations in school, at home and in the community.  However, the diagnosis of ADHD is a clinical diagnosis meaning a thorough history by an experienced clinician is usually sufficient to diagnose the disorder.  However, objective psychometric testing may be helpful in making the diagnosis in questionable or complicated histories.  Subjective scales are often used to follow treatment improvement and aid in initial diagnosis.   

 

ADHD in adults sometimes continues from childhood into adulthood.  While adult ADHD is often considered underdiagnosed, there is also greater difficulty in obtaining an accurate diagnosis. Our psychiatrist has years of experience in identifying and diagnosing cases of ADHD as early in the course of the disorder as possible. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of children and adults with ADHD restore their control over their life and improve functioning