ADHD & Executive Functioning
Specialized Evaluations in Scottsdale, Arizona
Impulsive, day-dreaming, distracted, and unmotivated… Is this your child?
When your child consistently struggles with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity, it might be time to consider an ADHD evaluation. Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can significantly impact a child's success in school, friendships, and relationships at home. Our Scottsdale practice offers comprehensive ADHD evaluations to accurately identify your child's unique challenges and strengths. Understanding ADHD through a thorough evaluation can be a game-changer for your family, leading to tailored strategies and supports that help your child excel. Discovering the right approach can unlock your child's potential, improve family dynamics, and set the stage for a lifetime of learning and growth.
Children with ADHD have difficulty with their Executive Function skills, or the “boss” of our brains. Some Executive Function skills include:
Impulse control
Managing emotions
Planning and organization
Holding multiple pieces of information in our mind at one time
Self-monitoring
Getting started and following through on a task
Shifting between different tasks or activities
Do you notice your child having trouble with
Getting started on their school work or chores
Waiting to share their awesome ideas
Keeping track of their belonging or remaining organized
Unpredictable behavior or inconsistent performance
Staying focused on boring or easy things
Catching their errors or making silly mistakes
Moving or fidgeting without disrupting others
Remembering instructions or keeping track of all the steps
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