FAQs About ADHD Evaluation

How an ADHD evaluation from your pediatrician in Montgomery, AL, can help your child

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD, can often go untreated. The signs and symptoms of ADHD are easily overlooked, because they mimic bad behavior. An ADHD evaluation can help determine whether your child has a behavioral disorder which should be treated.

Dr. Albert Holloway at Payne & Holloway Pediatrics in Montgomery, AL, provides a wide range of children’s medical services, including ADHD evaluation and treatment.

When considering an ADHD evaluation, you probably have a few questions. These are some frequently asked questions and answers about ADHD evaluations:

What Are Some of the Signs and Symptoms To Look for When Considering an ADHD Evaluation?

Occasional acting out may just be normal boundary testing. However, you should consider an ADHD evaluation if your child is frequently:

  • Unable to stay still for long periods
  • Squirming and fidgeting
  • Unable to get and stay organized
  • Losing or forgetting things
  • Not listening or paying attention
  • Excessively talking and blurting out comments
  • Running and climbing at inappropriate times

What Happens During an ADHD Evaluation?

During your child’s ADHD evaluation, the pediatrician will:

  • Perform a comprehensive physical examination, including height, weight, and vital signs
  • Record your child’s medical history, including recent illnesses, current medications, and hospitalizations
  • Record current signs and symptoms, including behavioral problems

Who Is Consulted as Part of the ADHD Evaluation?

You and members of your household are consulted, and possibly your child’s teachers.

If My Child Has ADHD, How Is It Treated?

ADHD is treated using several different therapies, including:

  • Medication therapy, to maximize brain function, sharpen focus, and control behavioral issues
  • Behavioral therapy, to learn impulse control and limit or eliminate inappropriate behaviors
  • Lifestyle modification, to increase nutrients, limit sugar, and increase exercise to promote healthy habits

What Can Happen if ADHD Is Not Treated?

ADHD can persist into adolescence and adulthood, causing serious consequences like these:

  • Learning difficulties
  • Poor performance in school or work
  • Aggressive, harmful behaviors
  • Difficulty with relationships
  • Mood swings and depression
  • Sleep disorders and insomnia

These are just a few frequently asked questions and answers about ADHD. To discover more about ADHD evaluation and treatment, talk with an expert, your pediatrician. Call Dr. Albert Holloway at Payne & Holloway Pediatrics in Montgomery, AL. You can reach him in the office by calling (334) 244-7209, so call now.

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