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In this episode of Ask Dr Jessica, Dr Jessica Hochman talks with Child Psychiatrist, Dr Carl Fleisher about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD.  In this episode, Dr Hochman and Dr Fleisher discuss common questions that parents have about children and attention.  For example, how can a parent distinguish between normal childhood behavior and a diagnosis of ADHD? When would a child benefit from ADHD medications?  What are the common side effects to these medications? What are alternatives in therapy aside from prescription medications?  What is ADD exactly?  What can parents expect when children are on ADHD medications---can they stop easily if they want to? If you are a parent with questions or concerns about ADHD, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!

Dr Fleisher’s recommended resources:
www.childmind.org 
www.aacap.org
www.findcbt.org (to find a therapist)

Dr. Fleisher is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and also works in private practice in Beverly Hills. Dr. Fleisher attended Harvard Medical School, then completed his residency and fellowship training at UCLA.  His academic focus is on borderline personality disorder (BPD) and attachment.  Dr Fleisher has contributed to two books about BPD and is an author of the upcoming first release of the handbook for Good Psychiatric Management of BPD in adolescents.  He is also the Medical Director of the Boston Child Study Center Los Angeles. Lastly, Dr. Fleisher serves as Head of Clinical for Reflect, a service that helps  match people with the right therapist.

You can find Dr Fleisher’s Reflect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reflect-inc

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