ADHD in Children, Pasadena, CA
Attention‒deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that affects millions of children. ADHD can have a major impact on a child's life that even continues into adulthood. While children with ADHD may seem like bundles of boundless energy, their difficulty focusing, along with other problems caused by ADHD, can cause low self‒esteem and impact their relationships.
If you're looking to get ADHD support that doesn’t require invasive procedures or stimulant medications, look no further than Vital Brain Health. We provide optimal support for your child.
What is ADHD?
Attention‒deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is a long‒term mental health condition that affects many children and many adults as well. There are a variety of symptoms that impact a child's daily life, ranging from impulsive behaviors to difficulty focusing on or remembering important things.
At Vital Brain Health, we provide accurate identification and optimal support without the need for medication. We can help your child overcome their impulsivity and other challenges that ADHD can cause.
Schedule an appointment today and help your child get the support they need to succeed.
Common Risk Factors Linked to ADHD in Children
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 the child developing ADHD.
Premature Birth
Premature births can lead to multiple potential developmental disorders.
What symptoms are associated with ADHD in children?
Symptoms of ADHD can vary in type and severity. Some of the symptoms that benefit from an evaluation at Vital Brain Health include:
- Struggling to pay attention
- Forgetting important details or materials such as homework
- Struggling to organize tasks or activities
- Being easily distracted
- Fidgeting
- Struggling to stay seated
- Needing to be in constant motion
- Troubles waiting for a turn or for others' conversations to be finished
What are the Support Options for ADHD?
Vital Brain Health offers different types of support, each serving a different purpose. Some of the support options you may be recommended include:
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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