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Dr. William Joseph Barbaresi, MD is a developmental pediatrician in Brookline, MA specializing in developmental-behavioral pediatrics. He graduated from SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. William Joseph Barbaresi, MD is affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital.
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. William Joseph Barbaresi, MD graduated from SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. He completed residency at Children's Hospital Boston. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Residency: Children's Hospital Boston
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Licensed In: Massachusetts
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Dr. William Barbaresi works as a developmental-behavioral pediatrics. His areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), enuresis (bed wetting), and encopresis. Before performing his residency at Children's Hospital Boston, Dr. Barbaresi attended SUNY, University at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences for medical school. Dr. Barbaresi has received the following distinction: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Societ. He is professionally affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Barbaresi's practice in Brookline, MA is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.
