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Dr. Adam Lawrence Braddock, MD is a family medicine practitioner in San Diego, CA specializing in family medicine, general pediatrics, general practice and developmental-behavioral pediatrics. He graduated from University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. Dr. Adam Lawrence Braddock, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego, UC San Diego Health and UC San Diego Development Behavior Pediatrics.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Dr. Adam Lawrence Braddock, MD graduated from University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. He completed residency at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. He is certified by the general pediatrics and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine
Residency: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Board Certification: general pediatrics
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Adam Braddock practices developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics. He attended medical school at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. He trained at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago for residency. Dr. Braddock's clinical interests include attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). Dr. Braddock is affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. His practice in San Diego, CA is open to new patients as reported by UC San Diego Health.
