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Is ADHD real?

by Brian Briscoe, M.D.September 11, 2016 ADHD, ADHD in Adults, ADHD in Children and Adolescents0 comments

ADHD is a biological illness involving deficits in the function of the prefrontal cortex and related neuronal pathways involved in processing…

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Choosing a medical professional to evaluate for ADHD?

by Kristi Briscoe, M.D.April 3, 2016 ADHD in Children and Adolescents, Child Psychiatry, Child Psychology, Mental Health Struggles in Children and Adolescents, Parenting Children who are struggling with behavioral difficulties0 comments

It is very important that treatment options be discussed with a professional who is well informed about the significant, life-long consequences of…

Cognitive and psychological testing for children and adolescents

by Alphonso Nichols, M.D.February 7, 2016 ADHD in Children and Adolescents, Alphonso Nichols Blog, Mental Health Struggles in Children and Adolescents, Parenting Children who are struggling with behavioral difficulties0 comments

If you feel like your child gets frustrated with his homework or schoolwork often and you wonder why then two common disorders might be contributing:

ADHD in High Functioning Adults

by Brian Briscoe, M.D.July 1, 2015 ADHD, ADHD in Adults, ADHD in Children and Adolescents, Brian Briscoe Blog, Mental Health0 comments

One common fallacy about ADHD is that high functioning adults can’t possibly have ADHD. Many people assume that adults with ADHD are incapable of…