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Dr. Ronald E. Barabas, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Wall Township, NJ specializing in neurodevelopmental disabilities. He graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1986 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Ronald E. Barabas, MD is affiliated with RWJBarnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center, CentraState Healthcare System and The Unterberg Children's Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center.
The Unterberg Children's Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center
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. Ronald E. Barabas, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1986. He completed residency at Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology and has a state license in New Jersey.
Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (1986)
Residency: Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo (1987)
Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Licensed In: New Jersey
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Dr. Ronald E. Barabas, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon PPO, MultiPlan and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield.
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Dr. Ronald Barabas practices neurodevelopmental disabilities. His areas of expertise include the following: tourette syndrome, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and autism. He appears to accept MultiPlan, Blue California, and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Dr. Barabas attended UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and then went on to complete his residency at Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Monmouth Medical Center and CentraState Healthcare System.
