“Can a psychologist help with ADHD?”

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“Can a psychologist help with ADHD?”

My sister has ADHD. I want to take her to a doctor. Can a psychologist help with ADHD?

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Peter Sangra Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Santa Teresa, NM

Yes of course! Typically we will prescribe medications such as stimulants to help with ADHD/ADD.

Hope that helps.

**Dr. Minesh Patel** Adolescent Psychiatrist Stamford, CT. · Accepted Answer

Dr. Minesh Patel Adolescent Psychiatrist Stamford, CT.

Yes psychologist can be helpful but again it’s like you’re trying to treat diabetes with diet and exercise. You need both , medication and therapy

**Mrs. Carmen Sivila Bruno** Adolescent Psychiatrist Miami, FL · Accepted Answer

Mrs. Carmen Sivila Bruno Adolescent Psychiatrist Miami, FL

They can help with different family approaches in order to help the child to focus more efficiently.

**Dr. David J. Koehn** Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida · Accepted Answer

Dr. David J. Koehn Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida

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