Dr. Mark Ackerman specializes in ADHD evaluation and treatment for adults and adolescents at his Atlanta, GA office.
"Do I have ADHD?" seems to be a common concern that many in our culture share as a result of feeling distracted at times and unable to focus due to multiple responsibilities. Let's first define what ADHD is, and review some of the more common symptoms that can occur with this disorder. Most disorders of attention and hyperactivity appear first during the childhood years, though they may not always be easily recognized and are often misdiagnosed or overlooked, though school performance is usually impacted. Adults with ADHD usually complain of difficulty with concentration, attention, staying on task, short-term memory lapses, chaotic or impulsive lifestyles, and difficulty getting organized. Depression, anxiety, troubled relationships and recreational drug abuse sometimes co-occurs with ADHD. Usually, the diagnosis of ADHD can be made through a thorough evaluation at my office in which we will review your childhood, school and work performance, relationships, current symptoms and results of rating scales and performance tests which I will administer. If the results suggest ADHD, there are many steps that can be taken to improve your functioning, including behavioral counseling and possibly medication. The need for ADHD medication can usually be determined through the evaluation and if indicated, I will assist you in locating a provider who can prescribe and work closely with me to help you overcome your most troublesome symptoms and return to full functioning.The following educational and counseling approaches are offered at my office:
- Recognizing and understanding ADHD symptoms
- Managing ADHD through accommodations in the school and workplace setting
- Controlling ADHD through cognitive change strategies
- Time management and organizational training
- Developing confidence and improving self-esteem despite ADHD
- Achieving success with work and personal relationships
- Understanding ADHD medication choices and their role in treatment
Please visit my website at ClinicalForensicPsychsvs.com to learn more or call my office at 770-396-2206 or contact through e-mail at: [email protected] .
Mark D. Ackerman, Ph.D. in a licensed psychologist in the states of Georgia and Florida and offers both virtual and in-office evaluation and treatment appointments.