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Lauren Donnelly, PHD is a child psychologist in Oyster Bay, NY specializing in child psychology. Lauren Donnelly, PHD is affiliated with NYU Langone.
1 Park Avenue 7th Floor
Oyster Bay, NY 10016
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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.
She has a state license in New York.
Licensed In: New York
Lauren Donnelly, PHD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Lauren Donnelly, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna, United Healthcare, BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), Unite Healthcare (NY University Care Plan), BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees), BCBS EPO (LICH Employees), BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees) and BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees).
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Dr. Lauren Donnelly is a specialist in child psychology in Oyster Bay, NY. Her areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), autism, and anxiety disorders. She seems to honor Aetna and United Healthcare insurance. Dr. Donnelly is affiliated with NYU Langone.