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ADHD Treatment For Kids

Kids ADHD Therapy in Westminster, CO

Between 60% and 85% of kids (ages 6-12) diagnosed with ADHD may continue to have ADHD as teens (ages 13-17) without treatment. Schedule your free consultation today to talk more about your kids ADHD therapy in Westminster.

ADHD Treatment for kids

ADHD Treatment For Kids

About Kids ADHD Therapy in Westminster

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children. Its core symptoms are:

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Inattention

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Hyperactivity

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Impulsivity

Symptoms of Inattention

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Makes careless mistakes and lacks attention to details

Example: overlooking or missing details, or handing in homework that is inaccurate

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Has difficulty paying attention to tasks or while playing

Example: difficulty remaining focused during class, conversations, or lengthy readings

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Seems to not listen when spoken to directly

Example: mind seems elsewhere, even in the absence of obvious distraction

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Fails to follow through on instructions, schoolwork, or chores

Example: starts tasks, but quickly loses focus and is easily sidetracked

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Has difficulty organizing tasks and activities

Example: messy, disorganized work; poor time management

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Loses things

Example: loses school materials or, if older, wallets, keys, glasses, or phone

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Avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to participate in tasks requiring sustained mental effort

Example: avoids or dislikes schoolwork or homework

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    Seems to not listen when spoken to directly

    Example: mind seems elsewhere, even in the absence of obvious distraction

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    Fails to follow through on instructions, schoolwork, or chores

    Example: starts tasks, but quickly loses focus and is easily sidetracked

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    Easily distracted & forgetful in daily activities

    Example: may forget to complete chores

    Symptoms of Hyperactivity and Impulsivity

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    Fidgets with or taps hands and feet or squirms in seat

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    Talks excessively

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    Unable to play quietly or, if older, participate in leisurely activities

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    Runs or climbs where it is inappropriate, or feels restless

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    Leaves seat when remaining seated is expected

    Example: leaves their place in the classroom or in other situations that require remaining seated

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    Acts as if “on the go” or “driven by a motor”

    Example: is unable or uncomfortable being still for an extended time

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    Blurts out an answer before a question has been fully asked

    Example: completes people’s sentences; cannot wait for next turn in conversation

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    Has difficulty waiting his or her turn

    Example: has trouble waiting in line

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      Interrupts or intrudes on others

      Examples: butts into conversations, games, or activities; may start using other people’s things without asking or receiving permission

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      Easily distracted Forgetful in daily activities

      Example: may forget to complete chores