ADHD in Adults, Pasadena, CA
While attention‒deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) commonly affects children, it can also be present in adults. While ADHD may present differently in adults, it can still cause problems in a person's day‒to‒day life. Effectively helping to support clients with ADHD without the need for medication management often becomes a concern for many adults living with the condition.
If you're looking to get ADHD support that doesn't require stimulant medications, look no further than Vital Brain Health. We can help improve function in those who have ADHD.
What is ADHD?
Attention‒deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is a long‒term mental health condition that is primarily seen in children but also impacts many adults. Oftentimes ADHD manifests in childhood, but, either because of a lack of symptoms or an ADHD evaluation never being performed, the condition is not identified until adulthood.
At Vital Brain Health, we provide accurate identification and personalized plans to help you live your daily life without the frustrations of ADHD. We can help you overcome your impulsivity and other challenges that ADHD can cause.
Schedule an appointment today and get a comprehensive evaluation and personalized care with Vital Brain Health.
Common Risk Factors Linked to ADHD in Adults
Currently there is no clear cause of ADHD. While research continues to be conducted, there are a few risk factors that have been identified. Risk factors associated with ADHD include:
Genetics
A family history of ADHD or other mental health conditions increases the likelihood of it developing in other members of the family.
Environmental Toxins
Exposure to environmental toxins such as lead can impact the development of the brain and cause conditions like ADHD.
Parents With Addiction
Having a parent who used recreational drugs, alcohol, or tobacco during pregnancy can increase the chance of a person developing ADHD.
Premature Birth
Premature births can lead to multiple potential developmental disorders.
What symptoms are associated with ADHD?
Symptoms associated with ADHD can vary in type and severity. Some of the symptoms that benefit from an evaluation at Vital Brain Health include:
- Impulsivity
- Difficulties with organization
- Difficulty paying attention or focusing
- Problems focusing on a task
- Trouble multitasking
- Excessive restlessness
- Poor planning
- Low tolerance for frustration
- Frequent mood swings
- Problems starting or completing tasks
- Trouble coping with stress
What are the Support Options for ADHD?
Vital Brain Health offers different types of training, each serving a different purpose. Some of the support you may receive includes:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Vital Brain help with ADHD?
Yes, we provide advanced support for people with ADHD using Neurofeedback 3.0 integrated multi-modal training protocols specifically designed for individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and executive function challenges. Our approach helps optimize brain networks responsible for focus, impulse control, and cognitive flexibility in people with ADHD. We serve both children and adults with ADHD, using research-based protocols that target the specific brain communication patterns underlying attention difficulties in individuals with ADHD.
How does Vital Brain help with ADHD?
Our protocols for people with ADHD use Neurofeedback 3.0 to help the brain's attention and executive function "rooms" learn to communicate more effectively in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. We target specific brain networks that control focus, impulse regulation, and cognitive flexibility in people with ADHD. Through our visual feedback system, these brain areas learn to coordinate on shared frequency channels, developing stronger connections during sleep that lead to improved attention, better impulse control, and enhanced executive function in daily life for individuals with ADHD.
Do you provide support for ADHD subtypes?
We help people with all ADHD subtypes. Whether someone has primarily inattentive type, hyperactive-impulsive type, or combined presentation, our Multi-Layer Analysis identifies which parts of the brain are involved for each individual with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Our research-based protocols for supporting people with ADHD are designed to optimize these exact brain networks through targeted training.
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