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Dr. Freda Levette Singletary, MD is a pediatrician in Raeford, NC specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Howard University College of Medicine. Dr. Freda Levette Singletary, MD is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Health.
142 Paraclete Drive
Raeford, NC 28376
1327 Robeson Street
Fayetteville, NC 28305
341 S Mcpherson Church Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
4469 S Main Street
Hope Mills, NC 28348
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. Freda Levette Singletary, MD graduated from Howard University College of Medicine. She completed residency at Children's Hospital of Georgia, Augusta, GA. She has a state license in North Carolina.
Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine
Residency: Children's Hospital of Georgia, Augusta, GA
Licensed In: North Carolina
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Freda Levette Singletary, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Pfizer Inc. |
$212
EUCRISA $113 |
QUILLIVANT XR $98 |
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GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. |
$71
BEXSERO $71 |
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Cranial Technologies, Inc |
$52
DOC BAND $52 |
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Tris Pharma Inc |
$43
Dyanavel XR $43 |
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Ironshore Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
$31
Jornay PM 20mg capsules (Bottle of 100) $31 |
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Other |
$149
Adzenys XR-ODT $23 |
GARDASIL9 $20 |
inCourage $18 |
VYVANSE $17 |
Otovel $16 |
Other $55 |
Food and Beverage | $519 |
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Education | $39 |
Dr. Freda Singletary is a general pediatrics specialist in Laurinburg, NC and Fayetteville, NC. In her practice, Dr. Singletary focuses on attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), eczema, and allergies. She attended medical school at Howard University College of Medicine. She is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.