Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the ability to sustain attention, control impulses, and, in some cases, regulate the level of activity.
How it shows up: It can present as difficulty concentrating, restlessness, or impulsivity, and is usually identified in childhood, although it is also recognized in adults.
When to seek an evaluation? When these characteristics consistently interfere with learning, work, or relationships.
Who evaluates it? Psychiatry, neurology, and clinical psychology are the areas that carry out its evaluation and support, with the help of pediatrics for children. If you recognize these signs in yourself or your child, seeing a professional helps you better understand the situation.
Data on 7,975 doctors who treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd)
Which specialist treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd)?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is evaluated by a psychiatrist or psychologist, with support from a pediatric neurologist or neurologist depending on age; a general practitioner can guide you initially. See a specialist if the child or adult has marked difficulty concentrating or controlling impulses.
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Doctors specialized in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd)
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Frequently asked questions
What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd)?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the ability to sustain attention, control impulses, and, in some cases, regulate the level of activity.
Which doctor treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd)?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is evaluated by a psychiatrist or psychologist, with support from a pediatric neurologist or neurologist depending on age; a general practitioner can guide you initially. See a specialist if the child or adult has marked difficulty concentrating or controlling impulses.