What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. ADHD is conceptualized through a specific set of functional difficulties within the brain's neural networks. ADHD is the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral product of interaction of neocortical and subcortical (basal ganglia/cerebellum) processes. It is essentially a Disorder of Cognitive Control.

What are the signs & symptoms of ADHD?

It's important to remember there are different manifestations of ADHD, no two cases look quite the same but the disorder has some common components. Some signs & symptoms of ADHD may include:

• Low capacity to optimize behavior, thinking, attention, and emotional experience/expression
• Struggling to control emotional responses
• Impulsivity including struggling to wait one's turn or interrupting others
• Fidgeting or excessive movements
• Inattention
• Easily distracted by stimuli in environment
• Missing details or making careless mistakes

How can Landstrom Center help?

As neuropsychologists, our team has extensive training and expertise in evaluating and working with individuals with ADHD across the life-span. Our team has a strong understanding of normal developmental stages in language and learning. This is especially important in assessment because symptoms evolve over time.  Our team utilizes their expertise in brain-behavior relationships to evaluate cognitive and emotional difficulties, educate clients and their families about what to expect and what treatment options are available that best fit  the needs and their desired outcomes. Learn more about our evaluation services here.

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