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Alexander Tan, PsyD, PHD is a neuropsychologist in Orange, CA specializing in neuropsychology and psychology. Alexander Tan, PsyD, PHD is affiliated with Providence, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Providence Medical Foundation and Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Joseph.
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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.
He completed residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in California.
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: California
Alexander Tan, PsyD, PHD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Alexander Tan, PsyD, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Health Net HMO, Cigna, Aetna HMO, CIGNA HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO and Oscar EPO.
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Dr. Alexander Tan specializes in psychology and neuropsychology and practices in Orange, CA. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Tan include tests, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and autism. United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Tan accepts. Dr. Tan trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas for his residency. Dr. Tan's professional affiliations include Children's Hospital of Orange County and Providence Medical Foundation. He has an open panel in Orange, CA according to Providence Medical Foundation.
