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Our clinician, Cameron Grant DNP, is a Nurse Practitioner who operates under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Dustin Bernard D.O.
If you forget things often, have difficulty with organization, or struggle to pay attention, it could be because of attention-deficit disorder (ADD). At California Coast Family Practice in Atascadero, California, our Nurse Practitioner -Cameron Grant, DNP, FNP, MPH, MSN- is here to help treat ADD in order to help you focus better and thrive in your environment. Our clinician, Cameron Grant DNP, is a Nurse Practitioner who operates under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Dustin Bernard D.O. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online today. Please note that we do not specialize in the adolescent assessments of ADD or ADHD.
ADD stands for attention-deficit disorder. ADD makes paying attention difficult and can negatively affect your job, interpersonal relationships, and everyday tasks. Fortunately, treatment with California Coast Family Practice specialists is highly effective and can dramatically improve your quality of life.
Common symptoms you could experience with ADD include:
You might also have hyperactivity with ADD. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a similar condition that causes impulsive behavior, being in constant motion, and having a difficult time sitting still in addition to problems focusing.
Your environment, genetics, and problems during fetal development may all play roles in developing ADD. Other risk factors include a family history of ADD, personal history of mental health disorders, being born prematurely, maternal alcohol, smoking, or drug use during pregnancy. Environmental toxin exposure can also boost your ADD risk.
If you have ADD, your specialist could suggest one or more of the following treatments:
Making lifestyle changes can reduce ADD symptoms to give you the best quality of life possible. Get regular exercise and plenty of sleep, establish a regular routine, make to-do lists, use a daily planner, and break large tasks into smaller subtasks.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other types of counseling can teach you ways to better pay attention and stay organized.
Taking certain medicines can reduce symptoms of ADD and enhance your ability to focus.
To get treated for it, call the California Coast Family Practice office or book an appointment online today.
