ADHD Treatment Center & Hospital in Chandler, AZ

Learn more about ADHD treatment at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that affects a large number of children, and in many cases, persists into adulthood. Children and adults with ADHD have a combination of problems such as hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and an inability to focus for long periods of time. It is also common for those with ADHD to have low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and problems at work or school. While it is possible for the symptoms of ADHD to lessen over time, some individuals never totally outgrow their ADHD symptoms. Treatments will not cure ADHD, but through medication and behavioral interventions this disorder can be managed and individuals can live a productive life.

At our hospital for ADHD, we have years of experience working with both adolescents and adults who are struggling with mental health disorders. We are an acute inpatient hospital and residential treatment center that is equipped to treat a wide range of mental health disorders in addition to substance abuse. We know that living with untreated ADHD can be extremely frustrating and leave you feeling isolated from those around you. At our hospital, we provide a safe, stable, and secure environment for our clients to stabilize in times of crisis so that they can move forward in the recovery process.

Helping a loved one get treatment for ADHD

If you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with ADHD, at times their behaviors may be frustrating and even hard to understand. Additionally, it may be challenging because your loved one often has difficulties staying on task, remembering important dates, misses details of conversations, and in general has difficulties with relationships. While it may be hard, if you have a loved one who has ADHD you will have to try to be flexible and remain understanding. Here are some helpful tips:

• Do not overwhelm your loved one with detail-with too main details an individual with ADHD will quickly tune out when they feel overwhelmed.
• Do not criticize-this will only make an individual with ADHD feel resentful or have lower self-esteem.
• Recognize that the individual with ADHD cannot simply be better-ADHD is a disorder that needs to be treated on an ongoing basis in order to keep the symptoms under control.
• Offer support for ADHD treatment– Help your loved one by looking into an ADHD treatment center that may be beneficial for their current needs. If they are willing to get treatment, continue to offer your support throughout the entire process.

Why consider treatment for ADHD at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

If you or a loved one in Chandler, AZ, is struggling with ADHD, by now you are aware of the negative impact it can often have on an individual’s life. With the inability to maintain attention, children tend to do poorly in school, while adults may have a hard time sticking to assignments at work. The hyperactivity symptoms of ADHD causes both children and adults to be unable to sit still for long periods of time, often constantly squirming around in their chairs. Finally, with the associated impulsivity, children with ADHD do not think about the consequences of their actions and may engage in dangerous behaviors, such as jumping from high places. Adults with ADHD may go on to engage in criminal activity or begin to use substances on a regular basis. If all of these symptoms are getting in the way of you living your life, then it may be time to seek treatment.

Depending upon the severity of the symptoms, both inpatient and residential treatment programs have been very successful at helping individuals learn to control their ADHD and go on to lead more productive lives. Through an inpatient or residential treatment center, children and adults can benefit from a number of treatments, including individual therapy, self-help groups, educational assistance, vocational counseling, and medication management. Treatment for individuals with ADHD often includes a team of mental health professionals, along with family members.

Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital philosophy and benefits

The philosophy at our hospital for ADHD is based around three main words: hope, purpose, and optimism. Our highly qualified staff members strive to offer hope to clients who are often suffering from disorders like ADHD. Hope is the recognition that the future can be different and is the fuel for recovery. We work with each client to define his or her purpose outside of addiction and mental illness and we develop plans that emphasize the clients’ strengths, goals, and desired purpose. Finally, at our hospital for ADHD, we approach each client with optimism about their future and recovery, making sure to address each roadblock independently and using setbacks as growing opportunities.

Types of ADHD treatment offered at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

Upon arriving at our hospital, each individual will undergo a comprehensive assessment in order to determine the client’s exact needs and the most appropriate level of care for his or her present concerns. We have an acute inpatient hospitalization program, for adolescents ages 11-17 and adults ages 18 and older, that provides individuals with the secure environment needed to promote stabilization and recovery. Additionally, we have a residential treatment center specifically designed to meet the emotional, behavioral, and substance abuse difficulties of adolescents aged 11-17. Through years of experience, we have found that the best approach to ADHD treatment is a combination of medication management and psychotherapy interventions. Each of our programs provides a wide range of therapeutic approaches to treatment.

Treatment approaches for our acute inpatient program may include:

Medication: Individuals will see a provider daily for medication management to ensure that all medication is working effectively and to make any necessary changes. Most often stimulants will be used to treat the symptoms of ADHD, but all medication decisions will be made by you and your treatment team.

Group therapy: Since the inpatient treatment center is group focused, groups are held multiple times a day on a wide variety of topics. Some of the groups provided at our hospital for ADHD include social services groups, community groups, recreation, and behavioral health. Additionally, we have interactive sessions that are designed to enhance the patient’s level of functioning in certain key life areas that are often neglected with prolonged drug abuse and psychiatric conditions. These sessions may include physical, emotional, and social well-being, vocational development, daily living skills, and spirituality.

Family therapy: During their inpatient stay patients will have at least one family therapy session. This can be a time where both the patient and loved ones can process emotions surrounding the disorder. Additionally, family education is provided every Monday night for the family who have loved ones in one of the treatment programs.

Treatment approaches for our residential program:

Medication: Children and adolescents at the residential treatment center will meet with a psychiatrist every two weeks for any medication management. All medication decisions will be made by you and your child’s treatment team and will be constantly monitored.

Daily school: School is provided Monday through Friday for 3 hours a day and is for all patients enrolled in the residential program. This on-site school is fully accredited and offers individualized education plans that will work with each child to recover lost credits and graduate on time.

Individual therapy: Individual therapy is held on a weekly basis and allows adolescents private time with a therapist to address any concerns they may have, as well as process emotions surrounding their ADHD.

Family therapy: Family sessions are held at a minimum of once every two weeks and is, once again, a time for the patient and family members to come together to process the effects of this disorder. Family members with an adolescent at the residential treatment center are also encouraged to attend the education sessions that are held on Monday nights.

Group therapy: Groups are held on a daily basis and usually include process groups, goal setting groups, substance abuse groups for those in the substance abuse treatment center, and coping skills groups.

Experiential methods: In addition to the traditional therapeutic methods, we provide our patients with a number of experiential programming which may include gym, art, outside time, talking circles, Bible study, and daily recreation.

Continuing care and levels of treatment for ADHD

The discharge planning process begins at the time of admission, where the patient is assessed for their unique needs and the support needed to facilitate successful outcomes. Once it is time for patients to leave our hospital in Chandler, AZ, they will meet with a member of their treatment team who will provide them with referrals to a variety of outpatient providers that can provide psychiatric, psychological, addiction, and community support. At our hospital for ADHD, we will do everything we can to ensure the transition to next level of care is as smooth as possible.