Both of us have worked with individuals who have ADHD diagnosis; however, one of the specialties of Teresa Aparicio, LCSW is treating Adults with ADHD. Teresa has extensive experience in assessing and treatment of ADHD. In addition, she collaborates with medical providers in coordinating care for clients with ADHD.

ADHD is not just a childhood disorder. Some children with ADHD continue to have the condition as adults. Many adults who have ADHD don’t know it. These adults may feel that it is impossible to get organized, stick to a job or remember to keep appointments. Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning, preparing to leave the house for work, arriving at work on time and being productive.

Although the symptoms of ADHD begin in childhood, ADHD can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Even though hyperactivity tends to improve as a child becomes a teen, problems with inattention, disorganization and poor impulse control often continue through the teen years and into adulthood.

While it’s normal for individuals to forget their tasks, daydream during meetings or act without thinking, inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity are also signs of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. ADHD makes it difficult for a person to inhibit their spontaneous responses, including everything from movement to speech to assertiveness.

Some people with ADHD may be constantly in-motion, bouncing off the walls and disrupting others around them. Other people with ADHD may sit quietly with their attention miles away.

There are three primary characteristics of ADHD: Inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Although all three aren’t always prominent in an individual.

Untreated ADHD in an adult can lead to significant problems with education, social relationships, family, employment, self-esteem and overall emotional health. It is never too late to recognize, diagnose and treat ADHD and any other mental health condition that can commonly co-occur with it. Effective treatment can improve the lives of many adults and their families. We would be happy to help you reach efficiency and success.