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Dr. Michele Christine Laverdiere, MD is a developmental pediatrician in BRONX, NY specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics, pediatric mental health and general pediatrics. She graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2007 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Michele Christine Laverdiere, MD is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein and Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
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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.
Dr. Michele Christine Laverdiere, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2007. She completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is certified by the General Pediatrics and Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (2007)
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Board Certification: General Pediatrics and Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Michele Christine Laverdiere, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna, Molina Healthcare, Anthem, Show more, Amidacare, 1199SEIU Benefit Funds, CDPHP and ArchCare.
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Michele C Laverdiere, MD, is an attending physician at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, Medical Director at the Children's Evaluation & Rehabilitation Center (CERC) at Montefiore Einstein and Assistant Professor, Pediatrics at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr Laverdiere’s clinical interests include the care of developmental and behavioral concerns in children from birth to adolescence, with chronic medical conditions, autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), developmental delays and language disorders. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts from Yale University in 2003, Dr Laverdiere attended New York University School of Medicine, earning her Doctor of Medicine in 2007.
