A mental health provider, which may include a psychiatrist, psychologist, or licensed social worker, is informed about how to treat disorders that research shows co-occur in ADHD patients, such aseating disorders, substance misuse and other addictive behavior, as well as trauma. ...
“After the psychologist finished evaluating my son — a process that included eight hours of testing — she met with me to discuss his strengths and weaknesses, and handed me a list of accommodations that would help him at school,” says Joanna Thomas, of Lubbock, Texas, whose son, Ryan...
Not all psychologists specialize in ADHD testing so it may take some time for you to connect with a psychologist who is locally practicing in your area. In regards to symptoms of depression, when did those symptoms start? You mentioned that you believe that you have low self esteem and lack...
In the latest episode ofHumanOS Radio(iTunes,Stitcher,YouTube) I speak withProfessor Stephen Hinshawof UC Berkeley. Dr. Hinshaw is Vice Chair in Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF and was the 2016 recipient of the James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award, the highest honor bestowed b...