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Dr. John E. Peterson, MD is a pediatric psychiatrist in Aurora, CO specializing in pediatric psychiatry. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 1983 and has 42 years of experience. Dr. John E. Peterson, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado, UCHealth, University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) and University of Colorado Medicine.
12605 E. 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
13123 East 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
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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. John E. Peterson, MD graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 1983. He completed residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Colorado.
Medical School: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine (1983)
Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals (1987)
Licensed In: Colorado
Dr. John E. Peterson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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Dr. John Peterson is a specialist in pediatric psychiatry in Aurora, CO. Dr. Peterson has a special interest in attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) and psychiatry. He attended the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Colorado Denver. His professional affiliations include Children's Hospital Colorado, the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), and the University of Colorado Medicine.
