Attention deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. ADHD is an ongoing pattern that interferes with the everyday functioning and development of individuals. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active. ADHD is more common in males than females. Individuals with ADHD often have other conditions, such as learning disabilities, anxiety disorder, conduct disorder, depression, and substance abuse.
The cause(s) and risk factors for ADHD are unknown, but current research shows it can be a combination of various factors
The symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity must be chronic or long-lasting, impair the person’s functioning, and cause the person to fall behind typical development for their age. They may also show following symptoms among many others:
At HMT, the therapist uses behavioral therapy, stress management techniques with psychotherapies like CBT and REBT to treat ADHD.