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The Definitive Guide to Diagnosing ADHD

At the Sachs Center, our ADHD testing method uses the ADHD components from the comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation to provide an accurate ADHD diagnosis. You receive a thorough evaluation similar to the comprehensive neuropsychological testing, but much quicker and without the high cost. Our testing process for diagnosing ADHD is streamlined, taking only about two hours.

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How Can I Tell If My Partner Is Autistic?

In relationships, understanding each other’s uniqueness and quirks is often the key to a successful partnership. Sometimes, these quirks and patterns may suggest that your partner is on the autism spectrum. Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is characterized by a range of conditions that influence one’s social skills, communication abilities, and behavior patterns. Identifying

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Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism: How Are They Connected?

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) are two conditions frequently associated with each other. Studies indicate that up to 90% of kids with autism also struggle with sensory processing problems. But what is sensory processing disorder, and how is it connected to Autism? This article explores the link between ASD and SPD,

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Autistic Burnout: Why It Happens and How to Prevent a Full Shutdown

Autistic burnout is a real challenge faced by many kids and adults on the autism spectrum, including both children and adults. It’s a state of exhaustion—feeling completely drained physically, emotionally, and mentally—triggered by overwhelming environmental demands. Autistic burnout often leads to a shutdown state, which can be hard to come back from. The Sachs Center

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Autistic women are often misdiagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Here are 4 ways to spot the difference

Many women are misdiagnosed with borderline personality disorder, instead of the correct diagnosis of Autism. This is due to the similarity of the two diagnoses and the undereducation of Autism in women by the medical establishment. Autistic women can be misdiagnosed as borderline personality disorder. Both conditions can share symptoms such as mood swings or

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Negative Impacts of ADHD on Relationships

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impairs an individual’s ability to focus, control impulses, and complete tasks efficiently. While ADHD poses many difficulties within individuals’ own lives, its impact on relationships often goes overlooked. In this article, we delve deep into how ADHD can adversely impact relationships and present strategies for dealing with

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Three Ways to Overcome Procrastination with ADHD

For many people, Procrastination is a problem. But for those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, it can be even more difficult. ADHD can make it hard to stay organized and focused, which leads to a tendency to delay tasks until the last moment. There are strategies that can be used to help people with ADHD improve their

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9 Ways ADHD May Strain Relationships

In an ADHD relationship, the most damaging pattern is when one partner takes on the role of a responsible ‘parent’ and the other becomes the irresponsible “child”. ADHD and Relationships Relationships where one or both partners suffer from attention deficit disorder (ADHD) or ADD can be successful or disastrous. The symptoms can cause relationships to

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Impact of Music and Art on Children

Three ways to overcome procrastination with ADHD

Anyone can struggle with procrastination, but those who suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can find it even more difficult. The inability to prioritize and focus on tasks can cause stress and delays in deadlines. Some strategies help people with ADHD to tackle procrastination. This blog will explore three practical strategies to boost productivity and overcome procrastination when

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Improving Focus: The Impact of Music and Art on Children with ADHD

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than six million children were diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) from 2016 to 2019. Many parents are finding new ways to help with The Impact of Music and Art on Children with ADHD. One of the popular methods is music and art activities to

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