ADHD

Long Island Counseling Services specializes in providing support and counseling for children, teens, and adults with ADHD. We know how important it is to make sure that those with ADHD get the support they need to overcome challenges and be able to take on the future. Diagnosing ADHD can be complex, as it requires a comprehensive assessment of symptoms, behaviors, and their impact on an individual’s daily functioning. The most effective approach to diagnosing ADHD…

Parenting is *always* a challenge. Kids have a way of testing our patience, especially when it comes to being a good listener, behaving in public, doing what they’re told, respecting boundaries, and more. Children with ADHD and executive function disorder are no different, in the sense that they are likely to challenge you as will in ways that can lead to frustration and tension. One issue, however, is that many children with ADHD can cause…

ADHD is not preventable. There is very little a parent can do – or did – for their child to have developed ADHD. While things like limiting screen time and taking prenatal vitamins *may* decrease the risk of ADHD, it is believed to be entirely a developmental disorder that occurs no matter the behaviors of the parent. Once a child has ADHD, it is also not something that can be “cured.” But it may be…

The term “ADHD” is one that has become a casual part of the American lexicon. Most of us are at least mildly familiar with it, with the understanding that people with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) struggle with issues like focus and attention. Although not entirely accurate, ADHD is often seen as a childhood disorder, one that people experience when they’re young and possibly grow out of as adults. But the symptoms of ADHD, such as…

Many people see children with ADHD and focus on the behavioral and academic difficulties. They work very hard to push these children to succeed. But it’s important for parents, caregivers, and educators to understand that children with ADHD are frequently dealing with all sorts of different struggles, and knowing these struggles – and how to address them – is going to be very important for making sure your child grows up emotionally and psychologically healthy.…

ADHD is often a lifelong condition. While many of us focus on the needs and challenges faced by children, the truth is that many teens, young adults, adults, and even seniors also struggle with ADHD in their own ways. Part of the reason for this is that ADHD tends to manifest differently in adults. The symptoms are different, and how they impact both their lives and the lives of others may be different as well.…

It’s not uncommon for children to struggle to focus these days. Some of this is the natural difficulty children have staying focused simply as a result of being young. Sometimes, it’s related to the pace of the world around them. No matter the issue, the ability to concentrate on a task without getting distracted is crucial for the development of a child’s cognitive skills, academic performance, and overall well-being. Some of your child’s ability to…

Holistic Therapy for ADHD and Associated Mental Health Challenges Long Island Counseling Services offers specialized therapeutic care for individuals experiencing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) alongside a spectrum of co-occurring mental health conditions. Recognizing the intricate relationship between ADHD and additional psychiatric symptoms, our team of therapists employs a holistic, integrative approach to therapy, focusing on the whole person rather than just the disorder. The Complex Relationship Between ADHD and Mental Health ADHD is challenging for those…

We expect our minds to develop in a very specific way. Most of the society is adapted for a typical developmental pattern, where a person starts as a child and continues to learn specific skills as they grow older and navigate to adulthood – skills and abilities that will give us what we need to be successful in the workplace and in life. Those that develop in this way are known as “neurotypical.” But not…