Finding a healthcare provider who is both well-versed in ADHD and a good fit can is the Number One barrier to quality ADHD care, according a. The right professional can make a world of difference — a personal touch goes a long way — but with rising mental health concerns and a limited number of clinicians trained to address them, not everyone has been so lucky.
We had recently been in a foreign country, so it was easy to compare. That wonderful psychiatrist was the start of our journey to understanding and providing appropriate support for our burnt-out teenager.” —in an extremely bright child, it was difficult to get someone to see difficulties. Once we realized she got it, it was such a relief. She said, ‘We have a lot of work to do…but we’ll get there. Don’t worry.
She saw all the good things in our son that we didn’t see due to the impulsivity issues he was having at school, summer camps, etc. During a meeting at school, she told me: “Everyone focuses on his behavior challenges, but I want to acknowledge his personality and what a bright and caring kid he is.
Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)