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How Can Symptoms Of Anxiety And ADHD Be Treated?
my 8 yr old shows many signs of anxiety/adhd both are in our family. when should I have her checked for medication needs? She gets by with behavior help but I suffered un diagnosed as a child and wish I had had the help of medication. so I don t want her to feel the same.
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
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A child can have both ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and an anxiety disorder. For an eight year old, a combination of medication and behavioral therapy is most effective for ADHD.
Before placing her on any medication, it is important to have a physician who cares for children evaluate her to confirm the diagnoses.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Arnold Zedd
A child can have both ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and an anxiety disorder. For an eight year old, a combination of medication and behavioral therapy is most effective for ADHD.
Before placing her on any medication, it is important to have a physician who cares for children evaluate her to confirm the diagnoses.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Arnold Zedd
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