Can ADHD Symptoms Go Away On Their Own?

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is typically diagnosed in childhood. Because many ADHD symptoms are shared by classic childlike behaviors — including forgetfulness and restlessness — some parents and even patients themselves often ask whether ADHD can be outgrown. The answer is complex and can vary from person to person based on a number of individual factors. At Nicholas Balyint, NP in Psychiatry, PLLC, Long Island, NY board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Nicholas Balyint is here to help patients and parents navigate the challenges of obtaining an ADHD diagnosis and managing the condition and its symptoms over time. Here, you’ll find helpful information about ADHD, including how symptoms may change, whether ADHD can go away on its own, and what treatment options may be appropriate and effective for you or your child.

While you may suspect that you, your child, or a loved one has ADHD based on symptoms and behaviors you observe, the only way to determine a diagnosis with certainty is to be evaluated by a qualified and experienced psychiatric healthcare professional. During your evaluation and consultation for ADHD in Long Island City, NY, Nicholas will take ample time to assess your symptoms, review your history, and discuss your concerns. Diagnosing ADHD may require several assessments over time.

Some of the symptoms and behaviors that may indicate an evaluation for ADHD is appropriate include:

• Impulsive actions and decisions
• Hyperactivity
• Restlessness
• Forgetfulness
• Fidgeting
• Short attention span
• Difficulty focusing
• Poor time management
• Disorganization
• Getting distracted easily
• Inability to see tasks through to completion
• Mood swings

Many parents and even patients wonder whether they’ll outgrow their ADHD or if their condition will simply go away on its own. There are a number of studies that have been performed to determine how likely it may be for patients to experience a spontaneous improvement in their ADHD, but the results have varied. Additionally, ADHD is a highly personalized diagnosis, and the symptoms can differ from person to person both in nature and in severity.

While ADHD does not typically “go away” on its own, patients may experience some improvement in their ADHD symptoms with age. Other times, symptoms may seem to lessen for a period of time and then return at a later point. With this in mind, it is important to establish a relationship with a knowledgeable provider who can help to address the changes in your condition over time to ensure you are consistently managing your symptoms and avoiding disruptions at school, work, and other areas of your life.

Because ADHD symptoms can vary significantly from patient to patient, Nicholas takes care to formulate a personalized treatment plan for each person. Based on individual factors, he may recommend cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, and adjustments to your treatment plan as necessary to help keep your ADHD symptoms under control so that you can enjoy all that life has to offer to the fullest now and in the future.

Whether you’ve already been diagnosed with ADHD or suspect that you or a family member may be struggling with ADHD symptoms, our caring team is here to help give you the support you deserve. To learn more about your options for ADHD evaluation and treatment in Long Island, NY, call to schedule your discreet consultation with board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Nicholas Balyint today.

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