Attention Deficit & Learning Challenges
Treatment Plan

Reduce impulsive actions while increasing concentration and focus on low-interest activities.
Minimize ADD behavioral interference in daily life.
Accept ADD as a chronic issue and need for continuing medication treatment.
Sustain attention and concentration for consistently longer periods of time.
Achieve a satisfactory level of balance, structure, and intimacy in personal life.

Childhood history of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) that was either diagnosed or later concluded due to the symptoms of behavioral problems at school, impulsivity, temper outbursts, and lack of concentration.
Unable to concentrate or pay attention to things of low interest, even when those things are important to his/her life.
Easily distracted and drawn from task at hand.
Restless and fidgety; unable to be sedentary for more than a short time.
Impulsive; has an easily observable pattern of acting first and thinking later.
Rapid mood swings and mood lability within short spans of time.
Disorganized in most areas of his/her life.
Starts many projects but rarely finishes any.
Has a "low boiling point and a short fuse."
Exhibits low stress tolerance; is easily frustrated, hassled, or upset.
Chronic low self-esteem.
Tendency toward addictive behaviors.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder NOS
Bipolar I Disorder
Cyclothymic Disorder
Mood Disorder NOS
Impulse-Control Disorder NOS
Alcohol Dependence
Alcohol Abuse
Cannabis Dependence
Cannabis Abuse

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Downtown Ottawa

Tel: 1-613-400-0128