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Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Neurodevelopmental disorders treatment

There is no specific cure for neurodevelopmental disorders, although there are some effective therapeutic strategies that may help control some of the signs and symptoms, depending on the disorder. Treatments such as Token reinforcement program, the multimodal treatment study for learning disorders, communication disorders, motor disorders and intellectual disabilities. Medications are available that may reduce anxiety, agitation, tics, and hyperactivity depending on the severity of the disorder.

Neurodevelopmental disorders symptoms

The symptoms of one of the neurodevelopmental disorders like Schizophrenia are spending less time or no time with friends and family, delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thoughts etc and for ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) are inattention, impulsivity, distractibility and hyperactivity. For Autism the symptoms are no or little eye contact, difficulty communicating, self-harm and resisting touch.

Types of Neurodevelopmental disorders

The most common neurodevelopmental disorders are Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) observed in childhood.  Furthermore, the DSM-5 categorizes followings
  • Intellectual disorders
  • Communication disorders
  • Specific learning disorders
  • Motor disorders
  • Tic disorders and
  • Other neurodevelopmental disorders.

What are Neurodevelopmental disorders

Neurodevelopmental disorders are neurologically based conditions that can interfere with the acquisition, retention, or application of specific skills or sets of information. Mostly they are impairment of the growth and development of the brain or central nervous system. They may involve memory, perception, language, social interaction, problem-solving or dysfunction in attention.

How to deal with Neurodevelopmental disorders?

There are several ways to deal with Neurodevelopmental disorders such as therapies and looking for various treatments like parenting programs etc for Neurodevelopmental disorders.

Parents should also support their child who has a neurodevelopmental disorder as support plays a crucial role in helping them cope with all the difficulties they are facing at any given time. The best way to deal with Neurodevelopmental disorders is to diagnose and treat the disorder, get evaluated and then get the best treatment available for the child or adult. Early intervention is key.

What are the signs of ADHD in adults?

The following are some signs of ADHD in adults:

  • An inability to complete tasks in a timely way, as well as an inability to track people’s conversations.
  • Getting easily distracted.
  • Starting multiple projects and then struggling with completing them.
  • Problems with time management.
  • Complaints from coworkers, colleagues and superiors at work.
  • Complaints from professors at school/college.
  • Poor grades and poor work performance.
  • Problems in relationships due to not allowing others to speak and frequently interrupting them.

When should I talk to a psychiatrist about ADHD?

You should talk to a psychiatrist about ADHD when you feel it is impacting your occupational, social and personal life negatively. When relationships, as well as school and work start to suffer, that is an indication that treatment may be indicated.

How is ADHD treated?

The most effective treatment for ADHD, which is evidence based, is with medication, namely stimulant medication. Most typically either a methylphenidate or amphetamine formulation. Although there are variations, and there are non-stimulant medication options as well, the methylphenidate and amphetamine class of medications are the most commonly used.