ADHD

Does your mind constantly wander to the detriment of your job or relationships? At Abisom Behavioral Health LLC in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Omotayo Sofela, PMHNP, diagnoses and treats attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to help you focus better and thrive. Schedule an in-person or telehealth evaluation by phone or request one online today.

What is ADHD?

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a mental health condition that inhibits your ability to pay attention as well as many other people. Its cause isn’t entirely clear, but the condition is treatable with the help of Abisom Behavioral Health LLC, which provides a personalized plan to maximize your success at work or school.

Which symptoms can ADHD cause?

People with ADHD may experience:

• Lack of focus
• Frequent daydreaming
• Forgetfulness
• Disorganization
• Losing things often
• Careless mistakes
• Talking too much
• Fidgeting or squirming
• Difficulty sitting still
• Impulsive decision-making
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Getting distracted easily

Having ADHD might make it hard to get good grades at school, excel at work, stay organized and remain productive, or maintain strong, healthy interpersonal relationships. It may lead to anxiety, depression, or other mental health disorders. 

What may contribute to ADHD?

What causes ADHD isn’t fully understood, but it could result from genetic or environmental situations. Potential risk factors include a family history of ADHD, a brain injury, environmental toxin exposure, premature delivery, or low birth weight. ADHD could also stem from tobacco or drug use during pregnancy.

How does a mental health provider diagnose ADHD?

Abisom Behavioral Health LLC can diagnose ADHD after completing an in-person or virtual psychiatric evaluation. Your provider discusses your or your child’s symptoms, medical history, personality traits, and lifestyle habits. They may also obtain input from your child’s teacher. 

How is ADHD treated?

Treating ADHD typically includes one or more of the following:

Medications

Taking ADHD medications helps you stay focused for more extended periods at work or school. Your Abisom Behavioral Health LLC specialist tailors each medication regimen based on your personalized needs. 

Lifestyle changes

Making simple lifestyle changes can also improve your focus. Examples include keeping a calendar, making to-do lists, staying active throughout the day, and eating nutritious foods low in added sugar.

Therapy 

Abisom Behavioral Health LLC provides cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and other forms of therapy to better equip you or your child to deal with their condition. You might meet with a licensed mental health therapist for an hour weekly or as needed to achieve success. 

Schedule an in-office or telepsychiatry ADHD evaluation at Abisom Behavioral Health LLC by phone or request one online today.