​ADHD Program for Children, Adolescents, and College Students at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital Outpatient

Our ADHD Program is among the few in western PA that offers treatment specifically for children, adolescents, and college students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We offer comprehensive evaluation and short-term, evidence-based, treatment services.

Symptoms of ADHD

Individuals with ADHD may experience:

• Recurrent and persistent hyperactivity (difficulty staying seated, fidgity, feeling restless, etc.)
• Impulsivity
• Inattention (poor focus, difficulty staying on task, problems with organization, problems in school setting, etc.)

Treatment of ADHD

Treatment includes:

• Family Therapy
• Cognitive behavioral therapy
• Time management and organizational skills
• Study skills for students of all ages
• Medication evaluation and management

We also offer opportunities to participate in research studies conducted by the National Institutes of Health and Western Psychiatric’s Youth and Family Research Program, as well as training for professionals treating individuals with ADHD.