Attention Deficit Disorder
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Attention deficit disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the ability to sustain attention, regulate activity, and control impulses, and it is usually identified during childhood.
Common symptoms: difficulty concentrating or following instructions, restlessness or excessive movement, a tendency to be easily distracted and to act impulsively, all of which can affect learning and social interaction.
Common causes: it is considered to have a multifactorial origin, involving genetic factors and the development of the nervous system; it is not attributed to parenting or to the child's will.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician is a common first point of contact to guide the evaluation and refer the child when appropriate. Discussing your questions with this professional helps you better understand the situation and the steps to follow.
Data on 76 doctors who treat attention deficit disorder
Which specialist treats attention deficit disorder?
Attention Deficit Disorder in children should be evaluated by a Pediatrician, who can guide the diagnosis and refer to other specialists if needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in attention deficit disorder
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is attention deficit disorder?
Attention deficit disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the ability to sustain attention, regulate activity, and control impulses, and it is usually identified during childhood.
Which doctor treats attention deficit disorder?
Attention Deficit Disorder in children should be evaluated by a Pediatrician, who can guide the diagnosis and refer to other specialists if needed.