What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is very common among both children and adults. It is characterized by difficulties in paying attention, being easily distracted, issues with impulsivity, or being very hyper or overactive. ADHD Treatment Options ADHD is one of the most studied mental health illnesses … Read more
The first time I remember being aware of my own body image was when I was in second grade. I was on the bus, and a girl a few years older than me asked with a smirk, “Do you think you’re fat? ‘Cause I don’t… I think you’re skinny as a rail.” I didn’t think … Read more
We believe that no child should have to live with debilitating mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. These three testimonials talk candidly about how Preferred Medical Group has been able to help children in need. Watch the Testimonial Here Our pediatricians are certified to diagnose the mental and emotional needs of children, we use … Read more
If you are a parent, you can most likely relate to the unparalleled feeling of elation and excitement that comes when your child reaches a big milestone. In the early years, those major accomplishments may seem minor to the outside world, such as baby’s first words, baby’s first steps, and baby’s first poopy in the … Read more
Every parent can relate to that feeling of worry and even a hint of panic that come along with symptoms of illness in your child and a raised thermometer reading; anything above 98.6 ° F or whatever your child’s normal body temperature registers, can motivate many moms and dads to jump right into the car … Read more
I think it’s easy for those of us who live in the U.S. to lose sight of the very serious risk that diseases like polio and tetanus pose for kids. Most of these diseases have been eradicated in our country. Few of us have never ever seen a case of polio. Vaccines in the U.S. … Read more
Some of the most frequent questions we get in our pediatrics department here at Preferred Medical Group is about kids and screen time. Should my kid play games on my phone? How long can my kid use a tablet? What about Skyping with Grandma and Grandpa? It can be tough to navigate these challenges. Technology … Read more
Many people think of ADHD as something that is solely diagnosed in childhood, however, there are many adults worldwide living with ADHD that has been either undiagnosed, untreated, or both. So what exactly is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and it is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in the world. ADHD is … Read more
Congratulations to all of our 2020 graduates! We are so proud of you! Graduation is a major milestone in our lives and unfortunately, your senior year was interrupted by the Coronavirus Pandemic. Certainly no one ever thought that would happen. Most of you were born after 9/11, so this is the first major crisis you … Read more
As a parent you have been by the side of your child, from the adorable infancy stage (and those not so adorable sleepless nights, trying in vain to rock the baby to sleep), through the “terrible two’s,” all the way up until puberty. You have been the one holding his/her hand and passing down small, … Read more
Vision: We strive to create a future where children and adults can find all their healthcare needs in their own community—pediatrics, primary care, counseling, psychiatry, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis—under one trusted roof.