Are you having difficulty completing tasks or paying attention? If so, you could have a common condition known as attention deficit disorder or ADD. Your mental health specialist can help. The mental health providers at Flume Psychiatry in Austin, TX, offer a wide range of mental health and behavioral services, including diagnosis and treatment of attention deficit disorder.
The Facts About Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention deficit disorder, also known as ADD, is a disorder affecting both children and adults. ADD may go undiagnosed, often mistaken for frequent daydreaming, fatigue, and other common issues. If ADD goes undiagnosed and untreated, it can lead to serious complications in your life, including:
- Relationship issues
- Poor work or school performance
- Depression and anxiety
You may have attention deficit disorder if you are experiencing:
- Problems when focusing on details
- Difficulty listening and following directions correctly
- Issues with getting or staying organized
- Frequently forgetting or losing things
- Being distracted easily
If you are experiencing one or more of the signs and symptoms listed above, you should schedule an ADD evaluation and consultation with your mental health professional. The evaluation includes a checklist of symptoms that you are experiencing. In addition to interviewing you, others may be contacted, including members of your household and coworkers.
Your mental health professional may recommend several treatment options to help manage attention deficit disorder. Treatment may include:
- Behavioral therapy, to help enhance focus and concentration to improve performance
- Lifestyle modifications, to promote good mental and physical health through a diet high in nutrients, and regular exercise.
- Medication therapy enhances how the brain functions, and improves concentration and focus.
Want To Know More About Attention Deficit Disorder
To find out more about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of ADD, call the providers at Flume Psychiatry in Austin, TX. You can reach them in the office by calling (512) 329-5575, so call today.