Online ADHD treatment from board-certified providers

Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly known as ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that can occur in both children and adults. It is commonly characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. These symptoms can interfere with the individual's daily life and affect their ability to focus and stay organized. It's important to note that ADHD is a real medical condition and is not someone simply being lazy or lacking discipline.

ADHD is commonly diagnosed in childhood but can often persist into adulthood. Also, if an adult wasn't diagnosed as a child or developed ADHD later in life, it may go undiagnosed. This is especially common because ADHD can present differently in adults compared to children, leading adults to assume that their symptoms are simply their fault rather than the result of a medical condition. Here are some common ways that ADHD may present in adults:

• Difficulty maintaining attention or focus
• Trouble concentrating on a single task or completing tasks
• Forgetfulness
• Disorganization
• Restlessness
• Difficulty sitting still or frequent fidgeting
• Impulsivity
• Frequently interrupting conversations
• Low self-esteem, anxiety, or depression
• Difficulty managing stress and emotions
• Irritability
• Difficulty with social relationships, as the above symptoms can cause strain

While these symptoms can be challenging to deal with, understanding and recognizing them can be an important step in seeking treatment.

While taking the first step to seek help can be intimidating, a treatment plan to improve your quality of life is well worth the effort. Also, getting tested and diagnosed online can make the process even less daunting. Primary care technology and access have evolved so that you can get tested and diagnosed from the comfort of your couch.

First, you'll need to establish care with an online healthcare platform that offers ADHD evaluation and management, such as Circle Medical. Next, you'll take a self-assessment test to get you started. Your primary care provider will then review your results and conduct an additional assessment to finalize your diagnosis. Your assessment will typically include answering questions about your symptoms, your health history and how these symptoms are impacting your daily life. If you are diagnosed with ADHD, your primary care provider can develop your personalized treatment plan. An ADHD treatment plan typically involves a combination of lifestyle changes, behavioral therapy and prescription ADHD medication when deemed medically appropriate.

When you start seeking information about ADHD, you may be confused if you sometimes see it referred to as ADD. The truth is ADD and ADHD are the same thing. In fact, ADD is an outdated term, as it was previously used to describe someone who has ADHD but doesn't display hyperactive symptoms. Most medical professionals today will refer to all forms under the ADHD umbrella.

As a primary care practice, we know that ADHD treatment is just one piece of making you healthy. Our 400+ providers offer annual checkups, on-demand video appointments, specialist referrals and more.