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Conway
1000 SWN Drive, Suite 101
Conway, AR 72032

Benton
205 River Street
Benton, AR 72015

Little Rock
12921 Cantrell Road, Suite 105
Little Rock, AR 72223


SATELLITE LOCATIONS

Arkadelphia
702 Hickory Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71923

Conway
2740 College Avenue
Conway, AR 72032

Little Rock
1900 Aldersgate Road
Little Rock, AR 72205

North Little Rock
4901 Northshore Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118

Sherwood
1540 Country Club
Sherwood, AR 72120


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Parent Resources

What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder? It is defined as a mental health disorder that includes a combination of persistent problems, such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior. 

Throughout life, almost everyone has similar symptoms of ADHD but those diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder experience symptoms severe enough to disrupt multiple areas of their life.

Recognizing the Symptoms of ADHD 

There are various ways ADHD symptoms present themselves in children and adults. Children typically show signs through hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity:

  • Have trouble staying on task 
  • Trouble listening even when spoken to directly 
  • Interrupting or intruding on other’s conversations 
  • Constantly moving or fidgeting 
  • Struggles with attention to detail 
  • Difficulty staying seated in classrooms and other situations

For Adults it may also include:  

  • Frequent mood swings 
  • Short-tempered 
  • Poor planning and time management skills 
  • Difficulty coping with stress
  • Excessive restlessness 
  • Problems completing tasks  

ADHD Prognosis may be improved by: 

  • Behavioral therapy 
  • Stimulant medications prescribed by a doctor
  • An eTNS device 
  • Social Skill Training 

October is ADHD awareness month. If you or someone you know is struggling with ADHD symptoms we would love to start the conversation with you here at Rise Counseling and Diagnostics. Contact us today at 501-891-5492 to get started.

References for the article include: mayoclinic.org, cdc.gov