Why Choose Us?
The Center for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center offers families a full range of behavioral health services for ADHD--from initial assessment to effective treatment.
Evidence-based Individualized Care
At Cincinnati Children's, the ADHD team provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art, diagnostic evaluations for children with ADHD and develop individualized recommendations. Our team of experts works with families to implement evidence-based treatments, including both medication and behavioral options. Treatments are available to target the broad range of difficulties common with ADHD, including school performance, compliance with rules and peer relationships.
Multidisciplinary Approach
The Center for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) provides a multidisciplinary approach to treating children and adolescents with ADHD. These treatment strategies include:
- Advanced assessment techniques designed to pinpoint the individual needs of each child
- Parenting interventions designed to teach parents the skills needed to effectively manage the symptoms and behaviors associated with ADHD
- Cognitive (attention) training designed to improve children's abilities to pay attention and maintain focus at home and in the classroom
- Evidence-based medication management designed to move children quickly towards their optimal dose, maximizing behavioral gains while minimizing side effects
- Family therapy designed to evaluate and address how ADHD influences the entire family system
- Teacher consultation, our team works directly with children's teachers to promote academic and behavioral success in school
