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What Causes Persistent Concentration Issues?
Question: Hi,
I do not have the time to go to the dr office with my work schedule, so one of my coworkers recommended this to me. I have severe issues concentrating & staying on task at work & at home. I have dealt with it for years but the older I get the worse it gets, it is finally starting to take a big effect in my life professionally & socially. What is your recommendation?
Thank you
I do not have the time to go to the dr office with my work schedule, so one of my coworkers recommended this to me. I have severe issues concentrating & staying on task at work & at home. I have dealt with it for years but the older I get the worse it gets, it is finally starting to take a big effect in my life professionally & socially. What is your recommendation?
Thank you
Brief Answer:
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
Could I get a bit more information from you?
What is your age, how long have these symptoms been present, have you ever seen a psychiatrist before?
We will work together to figure this out!
Dr. Sheppe
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
Could I get a bit more information from you?
What is your age, how long have these symptoms been present, have you ever seen a psychiatrist before?
We will work together to figure this out!
Dr. Sheppe
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
I am 30 years old & have never seen psychiatrist before. They have always been present even as a child but never to severe until now. Like I said it seems the older I get the worse it gets.
Thank you for your time in assisting me!
Thank you for your time in assisting me!
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the additional info!
From the information you have provided, I suspect you very likely have ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). While this was traditionally thought of as a childhood disorder, it is now recognized that adults have these symptoms too.
This is typically treated with psychostimulants such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta, or Ritalin.
I recommend seeing a psychiatrist in your area who can prescribe one of these medications, and to titrate the dose to effectiveness for your particular situation.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the additional info!
From the information you have provided, I suspect you very likely have ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). While this was traditionally thought of as a childhood disorder, it is now recognized that adults have these symptoms too.
This is typically treated with psychostimulants such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta, or Ritalin.
I recommend seeing a psychiatrist in your area who can prescribe one of these medications, and to titrate the dose to effectiveness for your particular situation.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Thank you so much for your help, I will definitely make time to do this & look more into this disorder. Thank you again.
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
You're very welcome!
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Followup
Detailed Answer:
You're very welcome!
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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