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Dr. Patricia Lynn Birgeneau, MD is a pediatrician in Concord, MA specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2001 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Patricia Lynn Birgeneau, MD is affiliated with Emerson Health, ATRIUS HEALTH INC, Emerson Hospital and Atrius Health Pediatrics.
330 Baker Avenue
Concord, MA 01742
80 Baker Ave. Extension
Concord, MA 01742
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. Patricia Lynn Birgeneau, MD graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 2001. She completed residency at Boston Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Pediatrics and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: Yale School of Medicine (2001)
Residency: Boston Medical Center
Board Certification: Board Certification: Pediatrics
Licensed In: Massachusetts
Dr. Patricia Lynn Birgeneau, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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Dr. Patricia Birgeneau's medical specialty is general pediatrics. Dr. Birgeneau's clinical interests encompass early childhood development, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and autism. She obtained her medical school training at Yale School of Medicine and performed her residency at Boston Medical Center and Children's Hospital Boston. She is affiliated with Emerson Health.
