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Olga Katz
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Patchogue, NY 11772
Olga Katz, MD is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and a recognized expert in treating psychiatric disorders in children, adolescents and adults. As the founder and Medical Director of Crasmere Psychiatric Services for 23 years, Dr. Olga Katz dedicated her career to improving the mental health of her patients. She utilizes bio psychosocial model which allows her to focus on the appropriate medications and psychodynamic psychotherapy to successfully treating the most challenging variety of psychiatric pathologies, including Panic Disorder, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD.
Olga Katz, MD is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and a recognized expert in treating psychiatric disorders in children, adolescents and adults. As the founder and Medical Director of Crasmere Psychiatric Services for 23 years, Dr. Olga Katz dedicated her career to improving the mental health of her patients. She utilizes bio psychosocial model which allows her to focus on the appropriate medications and psychodynamic psychotherapy to successfully treating the most challenging variety of psychiatric pathologies, including Panic Disorder, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD.
(347) 396-1656 View (347) 396-1656
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Susan Walton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
Going off to college and need help with treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD or other problem? Having trouble getting through your days? Attention problems, mood instability and intrusive thoughts can make it hard to move forward and accomplish your goals at work or home. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) treating children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working at a major psychiatric center, outpatient and in emergency settings. I can explain things in a way you can understand take time for questions. I offer a whole body approach, choosing medications thoughtfully.
Going off to college and need help with treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD or other problem? Having trouble getting through your days? Attention problems, mood instability and intrusive thoughts can make it hard to move forward and accomplish your goals at work or home. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) treating children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working at a major psychiatric center, outpatient and in emergency settings. I can explain things in a way you can understand take time for questions. I offer a whole body approach, choosing medications thoughtfully.
(631) 309-2786 View (631) 309-2786
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Peter R. Bourque Jr. Np
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Bohemia, NY 11716  (Online Only)
I specialized in Medication Management for the following issues: ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Addiction and Chronic Relapse, OCD, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Suicidal Ideation.
I am devoted to providing quality comprehensive psychiatric services for over 12 years. I pride myself in my expertise with both the diagnosis and treatment of the occurrence of mental illness and believe that the relationship between health care provider and patient is of the utmost importance. I take a balanced approach to go beyond symptom relief and help you find ways to revitalize your life so that you can thrive in all of your endeavors.
I specialized in Medication Management for the following issues: ADHD, Behavioral Issues, Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Addiction and Chronic Relapse, OCD, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Suicidal Ideation.
I am devoted to providing quality comprehensive psychiatric services for over 12 years. I pride myself in my expertise with both the diagnosis and treatment of the occurrence of mental illness and believe that the relationship between health care provider and patient is of the utmost importance. I take a balanced approach to go beyond symptom relief and help you find ways to revitalize your life so that you can thrive in all of your endeavors.
(516) 585-2713 View (516) 585-2713
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Nisha Pradeep
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Sinai, NY 11766
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner with over 9 yrs of experience in treating adults with various mental illness including but not limited to anxiety, panic disorder, depression, OCD, and ADHD. I have completed my masters degree from Stony Brook University and Doctorate degree from University at Buffalo. Every individual has unique needs and I use individually tailored treatment plans for my patients. Please use the website link, call or email to book an appointment.
I am a board certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner with over 9 yrs of experience in treating adults with various mental illness including but not limited to anxiety, panic disorder, depression, OCD, and ADHD. I have completed my masters degree from Stony Brook University and Doctorate degree from University at Buffalo. Every individual has unique needs and I use individually tailored treatment plans for my patients. Please use the website link, call or email to book an appointment.
(516) 714-4556 View (516) 714-4556
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Timothy P. Aiello
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
I'd like to highlight my expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD.
I started my career as a nurse in a state-run psychiatric emergency room where I treated patients along the entire spectrum of psychiatric illnesses; many of whom were in the most emotionally vulnerable time in their lives. Having experienced this severity of psychiatric illnesses everyday allowed me to develop a level of expertise to quickly recognize symptoms and develop an accurate diagnosis so we can initiate the best treatment plan for you from the very beginning. I understand that those suffering with emotional pain cannot wait months for relief, and they shouldn't have to. I understand the need for rapid healing.
I'd like to highlight my expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD.
I started my career as a nurse in a state-run psychiatric emergency room where I treated patients along the entire spectrum of psychiatric illnesses; many of whom were in the most emotionally vulnerable time in their lives. Having experienced this severity of psychiatric illnesses everyday allowed me to develop a level of expertise to quickly recognize symptoms and develop an accurate diagnosis so we can initiate the best treatment plan for you from the very beginning. I understand that those suffering with emotional pain cannot wait months for relief, and they shouldn't have to. I understand the need for rapid healing.
(631) 250-8694 View (631) 250-8694
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Frederick Scholl Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
Frederick Scholl MSN, APRN, PMHNP is a board-certified practitioner in psychiatry, licensed and registered in NYS. He specializes in treating a number of conditions with medication, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and attention deficit disorder. In addition, we are now offering medication assisted treatment with Suboxone for opioid dependence. Frederick is a consultant for several area hospitals. His extensive experience includes emergency psychiatry, geriatric, adult, forensic and outpatient care.
Frederick Scholl MSN, APRN, PMHNP is a board-certified practitioner in psychiatry, licensed and registered in NYS. He specializes in treating a number of conditions with medication, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and attention deficit disorder. In addition, we are now offering medication assisted treatment with Suboxone for opioid dependence. Frederick is a consultant for several area hospitals. His extensive experience includes emergency psychiatry, geriatric, adult, forensic and outpatient care.
(631) 213-1144 View (631) 213-1144
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Headway
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Coram, NY 11727  (Online Only)
I work with patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Body dysmorphia, ADHD, Insomnia, and Bipolar Disorder.
Erik Collins is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges, a graduate from Stony Brook University, trained to integrate theory and evidence-based practice across continuum of life stages. I focus on how patients perceive themselves in relation to their environments’, their value system, and how they use words to define their lives. Developing a therapeutic patient-center relationship we can collaboratively design a treatment plan that incorporates how you perceive wellness, which includes full psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
I work with patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Body dysmorphia, ADHD, Insomnia, and Bipolar Disorder.
Erik Collins is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges, a graduate from Stony Brook University, trained to integrate theory and evidence-based practice across continuum of life stages. I focus on how patients perceive themselves in relation to their environments’, their value system, and how they use words to define their lives. Developing a therapeutic patient-center relationship we can collaboratively design a treatment plan that incorporates how you perceive wellness, which includes full psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
(631) 856-7298 View (631) 856-7298
Long Island psychiatric services-NP in psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
TREATMENT PROVIDED FOR Medication Management Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Depression Mood Disorders Anxiety Social Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) Psychotic Disorders Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
My years of professional experience in both psychiatry and psychotherapy taught me that there is more to the medical issues that we experience. While it is essential for me to relieve symptoms with medications, I am also committed to holistic care. Together, we will work to develop the best treatment for you. My approach: help you to gain understanding of the underlying issues, which compromise your health, and optimize your emotional well-being. You can expect me to: *Take medical and psychiatric histories * Diagnose and offer the level of care. * Prescribe medications * Empower you to make well-informed decisions.
TREATMENT PROVIDED FOR Medication Management Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Depression Mood Disorders Anxiety Social Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) Psychotic Disorders Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
My years of professional experience in both psychiatry and psychotherapy taught me that there is more to the medical issues that we experience. While it is essential for me to relieve symptoms with medications, I am also committed to holistic care. Together, we will work to develop the best treatment for you. My approach: help you to gain understanding of the underlying issues, which compromise your health, and optimize your emotional well-being. You can expect me to: *Take medical and psychiatric histories * Diagnose and offer the level of care. * Prescribe medications * Empower you to make well-informed decisions.
(631) 993-4196 View (631) 993-4196
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Chris Karampahtsis
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, FAPA
Verified Verified
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776  (Online Only)
He has expertise in treating ADHD, Depression, Autism, and Anxiety with experience in treating the full range of psychiatric disorders.
Chris Karampahtsis, MD, MPH, is a Harvard trained, dually board-certified child & adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Currently an adjunct assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU Long Island School of Medicine, he now brings his wealth of academic and clinical experience to seeing pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients at his private practice.
He has expertise in treating ADHD, Depression, Autism, and Anxiety with experience in treating the full range of psychiatric disorders.
Chris Karampahtsis, MD, MPH, is a Harvard trained, dually board-certified child & adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Currently an adjunct assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU Long Island School of Medicine, he now brings his wealth of academic and clinical experience to seeing pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients at his private practice.
(516) 206-8649 View (516) 206-8649
David M. Margulies
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
Though I treat a broad range of issues, the most common disorders that I treat include ADHD, anxiety disorders, and depression. Very often these problems interfere with the patient's school performance and may cause behavior problems at home as well. When inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, anxiety, or mood problems directly interferes with learning, or cause behavior issues that indirectly reduces a student's availability to learn, that student has an unnecessary impediment to achieving their full potential. The parents of my patients want their children to overcome these obstacles.
Though I treat a broad range of issues, the most common disorders that I treat include ADHD, anxiety disorders, and depression. Very often these problems interfere with the patient's school performance and may cause behavior problems at home as well. When inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, anxiety, or mood problems directly interferes with learning, or cause behavior issues that indirectly reduces a student's availability to learn, that student has an unnecessary impediment to achieving their full potential. The parents of my patients want their children to overcome these obstacles.
(631) 257-3584 View (631) 257-3584
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Georgia Kelly-Williams
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787  (Online Only)
My work includes helping individuals who may be having a difficult time managing life's challenges as well as dealing with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or other mental illnesses. I look forward to collaborating with you as you actively seek to begin your healing journey through medication management and or therapy.
My work includes helping individuals who may be having a difficult time managing life's challenges as well as dealing with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or other mental illnesses. I look forward to collaborating with you as you actively seek to begin your healing journey through medication management and or therapy.
(631) 529-6913 View (631) 529-6913
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Alexis Sciarrino
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NPP
Verified Verified
East Patchogue, NY 11772
I specialize with treating , depression , anxiety , ADD, ADHD.
Hello! I am a New York born and bred compassionate, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. You will find that my goal in our sessions is to help you live a more fulfilling life. My approach to treatment is dynamic, holistic and individualistic. You will find in our sessions a compassionate, and safe therapeutic environment that fosters both healing and change. I look forward to meeting you!
I specialize with treating , depression , anxiety , ADD, ADHD.
Hello! I am a New York born and bred compassionate, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. You will find that my goal in our sessions is to help you live a more fulfilling life. My approach to treatment is dynamic, holistic and individualistic. You will find in our sessions a compassionate, and safe therapeutic environment that fosters both healing and change. I look forward to meeting you!
(718) 808-8230 View (718) 808-8230
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Chanel Freeman NP in Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787  (Online Only)
Specializing in anxiety, depression and ADHD, I offer sensitivity and compassion to empower clients to navigate their challenges and work towards healing and well-being.
Reaching out for help is taking a significant step towards improving your situation. Embracing vulnerability and seeking help is a powerful display of self-awareness and resilience. Clients are most often experiencing depression and/or anxiety symptoms and require empathy, understanding and nonjudgement. This is crucial for improving their quality of life. Feeling understood can help alleviate the isolation and stigma often associated with mental health conditions.
Specializing in anxiety, depression and ADHD, I offer sensitivity and compassion to empower clients to navigate their challenges and work towards healing and well-being.
Reaching out for help is taking a significant step towards improving your situation. Embracing vulnerability and seeking help is a powerful display of self-awareness and resilience. Clients are most often experiencing depression and/or anxiety symptoms and require empathy, understanding and nonjudgement. This is crucial for improving their quality of life. Feeling understood can help alleviate the isolation and stigma often associated with mental health conditions.
(716) 576-3338 View (716) 576-3338
Phyllis Pinard
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
***I am a Board Certified Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner*** Psychiatric Medication Management is an art; and for over 10 years I have treated children and adolescents at a Children's Psychiatric Center. I also have experience working with Adults for the past 11 years. With the utilization of both brief psychotherapy and/or medication management; I have worked successfully with Adults, Adolescents and Children who have psychiatric issues of Depression, Anxiety, Sleep Difficulties, ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, OCD, Eating Disorders; Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.
***I am a Board Certified Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner*** Psychiatric Medication Management is an art; and for over 10 years I have treated children and adolescents at a Children's Psychiatric Center. I also have experience working with Adults for the past 11 years. With the utilization of both brief psychotherapy and/or medication management; I have worked successfully with Adults, Adolescents and Children who have psychiatric issues of Depression, Anxiety, Sleep Difficulties, ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, OCD, Eating Disorders; Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.
(631) 706-4065 View (631) 706-4065
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Phanessa Jean
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
East Patchogue, NY 11772
I provide diagnostic evaluations and medication management services to individuals 18-65 years old with mood disorders such as depression and ADHD, anxiety disorders, and various other psychiatric diagnoses.
If you are someone who would like to better manage your psychiatric symptoms and return to living a more fulfilled life, then look no further! I am here to help you!
I provide diagnostic evaluations and medication management services to individuals 18-65 years old with mood disorders such as depression and ADHD, anxiety disorders, and various other psychiatric diagnoses.
If you are someone who would like to better manage your psychiatric symptoms and return to living a more fulfilled life, then look no further! I am here to help you!
(718) 550-5692 View (718) 550-5692
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Ana Umana-Ramirez, Long Island NP Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787  (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Ana, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in depression, anxiety, ADHD, and perinatal mental health. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or inattention that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work, and your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by just getting through the day? Do you question if your life could somehow be better or happier? I'm here to support you through life's transitions and challenges. I offer comprehensive initial evaluations and treatment, including medication management and supportive talk therapy.
Hello! I'm Ana, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in depression, anxiety, ADHD, and perinatal mental health. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or inattention that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work, and your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by just getting through the day? Do you question if your life could somehow be better or happier? I'm here to support you through life's transitions and challenges. I offer comprehensive initial evaluations and treatment, including medication management and supportive talk therapy.
(631) 832-4555 View (631) 832-4555
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Janine DeSimone
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
We are proud to offer Qb testing as part of our comprehensive ADHD evaluation.
I am a Johns Hopkins University doctorally prepared Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adult patients with a variety of psychiatric illness. I am committed to using the highest standards of care and evidence-based practice protocols, along with emerging research to provide the best possible care to my patients. I believe in building therapeutic relationships with my patients and use a collaborative approach when formulating treatment plans.
We are proud to offer Qb testing as part of our comprehensive ADHD evaluation.
I am a Johns Hopkins University doctorally prepared Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adult patients with a variety of psychiatric illness. I am committed to using the highest standards of care and evidence-based practice protocols, along with emerging research to provide the best possible care to my patients. I believe in building therapeutic relationships with my patients and use a collaborative approach when formulating treatment plans.
(934) 451-1024 View (934) 451-1024
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Tanya Sydnor Holmes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772  (Online Only)
Sometime depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, attention deficit disorder among other things may make it difficult for you to accomplish the things you would like to do.
Everyone worries but do you worry about everything? Do you forget what you were worrying about, and then worry about that? Do you lay in bed at night trying to go to sleep, but you can't because you are worrying about what happened during the day? I can help you with that. Have you been extremely sad for a while, and nothing seems to help? Are you always late to work, or meetings? Do you lose track of time and end up handing in your projects late even though you intended to finish early? These are just some of the things I can help you with.
Sometime depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, attention deficit disorder among other things may make it difficult for you to accomplish the things you would like to do.
Everyone worries but do you worry about everything? Do you forget what you were worrying about, and then worry about that? Do you lay in bed at night trying to go to sleep, but you can't because you are worrying about what happened during the day? I can help you with that. Have you been extremely sad for a while, and nothing seems to help? Are you always late to work, or meetings? Do you lose track of time and end up handing in your projects late even though you intended to finish early? These are just some of the things I can help you with.
(631) 735-6598 View (631) 735-6598
Doris Azornu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772  (Online Only)
Doris Azornu specializes in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, Autism spectrum, ADHD, and other mental health disorders.
Hands of Hope Mental Health is a leader in ensuring mental health care is available to all irrespective of economic or financial status. We believe there are no mental health conditions that are hopeless. Our team will hold your hands and walk the journey with you, and do not let go until you achieve success; your success is our victory. Our licensed mental health care professionals use various clinically approved screening methods to understand your symptoms, diagnose, and safely get you on the right therapy, medication, or a combination of both plans. Join us and be carried in the hands that have brought Hope to many
Doris Azornu specializes in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, Autism spectrum, ADHD, and other mental health disorders.
Hands of Hope Mental Health is a leader in ensuring mental health care is available to all irrespective of economic or financial status. We believe there are no mental health conditions that are hopeless. Our team will hold your hands and walk the journey with you, and do not let go until you achieve success; your success is our victory. Our licensed mental health care professionals use various clinically approved screening methods to understand your symptoms, diagnose, and safely get you on the right therapy, medication, or a combination of both plans. Join us and be carried in the hands that have brought Hope to many
(516) 518-8131 View (516) 518-8131
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Cathy Randolph
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Hello! My name is Cathy Randolph and I am a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I developed my passion for mental health during my journey working with veterans in residential PTSD and Substance abuse programs. My specialties include, but are not limited to treating and managing PTSD, Substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and adjustment disorder. I am also a Medicinal Marijuana clinician.
Hello! My name is Cathy Randolph and I am a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I developed my passion for mental health during my journey working with veterans in residential PTSD and Substance abuse programs. My specialties include, but are not limited to treating and managing PTSD, Substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and adjustment disorder. I am also a Medicinal Marijuana clinician.
(631) 515-7453 View (631) 515-7453

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ADHD Psychiatrists

When should I seek treatment for ADHD?

You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.

How does treatment for ADHD work?

Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.

Are there specific medications for ADHD?

Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.

How long does treatment for ADHD take?

It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.