Signs it may be time to get help
- Long-standing trouble with focus, organization or finishing tasks, going back to childhood
- Forgetfulness, losing things, missing deadlines despite effort
- Restlessness or impulsivity that causes problems at work or home
How I evaluate it
I take a developmental history, ask about school and work, use standardized rating scales, and look carefully at sleep, anxiety, depression, trauma and substance use, which can all mimic or worsen attention problems. Old school records or input from someone who knew you as a child can help.
Treatment options
- Clear explanation of the diagnosis and what it means for day-to-day life
- Non-stimulant medication options
- Stimulant medication only when appropriate and permitted under federal and state telehealth rules, with regular monitoring
- Practical strategies for organization and routines
What telehealth can and can’t do
Stimulants are controlled substances. Prescribing them by telehealth depends on federal DEA rules and your state’s laws, and it is a clinical decision made after evaluation. It is never guaranteed.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Your plan is made together at your visit.