Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a mental health condition in which people struggle to focus, pay attention, or sit still. The condition usually begins in childhood but can continue into adulthood. Left untreated, ADHD can cause school, work, or relationship issues.

At Pulse Healthcare Solutions, Dr. Banor, a doctoral-prepared nurse practitioner, works with you to develop an ADHD treatment that matches your unique needs, goals, and lifestyle.

Typical ADHD symptoms include:

• Reduced ability to pay attention
• Limited ability to focus
• Impulsiveness
• Difficulty prioritizing tasks
• Difficulty coping well with stress
• Low frustration tolerance
• Trouble multitasking 
• Poor organization skills
• Poor time management skills
• Poor planning skills
• Excessive activity
• Restlessness
• Mood swings

When left untreated, ADHD can negatively affect grades at school, job performance, overall well-being, and everyday living.

The following factors can increase your risk for ADHD:

• Genetics and family history
• Lead exposure as a child
• Problems with nervous system development
• Being born prematurely
• Alcohol, smoking, or drug use during pregnancy

The cause of ADHD isn’t entirely clear, but adopting healthy habits and getting treated early can help to manage the condition, improve quality of life, and support overall well-being.

To diagnose ADHD or other mental health conditions and develop an effective treatment plan, Dr. Banor discusses your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle habits. 

Your provider then performs a physical exam, checks your vital signs, offers pharmacogenetic testing, and asks questions about your behavior patterns and thoughts.

Common ADHD treatments include medication management, neurofeedback, supportive psychotherapy, holistic therapies, mindfulness meditations, neuromodulation technology, and more.

Dr. Banor personalizes ADHD treatment to give you the best results. She provides psychotherapy, talk therapy, coaching, and other forms of treatment to help you better cope with ADHD and reduce troublesome symptoms. 

Dr. Banor also treats anxiety, mood disorders, and depression. The practice offers a range of holistic and integrative therapies, including Spravato® treatment for certain conditions, like treatment-resistant depression (TRD).

To learn more about ADHD and receive excellent treatment, call Pulse Healthcare Solutions or request an appointment online today.