The Institute for Family Development Orland Park, IL
(708)403-3200
In recent years, a lot has been written on Attention Disorders, some of it accurate and some inaccurate, misleading or confusing. As the number of people seeking help for attention problems has risen, diagnostic and treatment programs, some claiming "miracle" cures, have sprung up. All of this, of course, adds to the confusion that is felt by parents of children with possible or diagnosed attention problems and adults who suspect they themselves have ADHD.
How to Choose the Best Program for Your Needs
Do you want a "quick-fix" approach to diagnosis with little thought to alternate diagnosis or co-exsiting conditions? Do you want a treatment approach that tries to "push" you into a "one size fits all" treatment plan with little follow-up and support? If so, then The Institute for Family Development ISN'T for you!
We feel that the public has been bombarded by so much misinformation about ADHD that it's hard to know where to turn for accurate and comprehensive information and help.
That's why we, at The Institute for Family Development, use a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary evaluation and treatment model that looks at the whole person - strengths, as well as weaknesses - and considers the environment in which the patient lives.
Go to Where the Experience Is!
The staff of The Institute for Family Development has been diagnosing and treating children, adolescents and adults with attention disorders and related problems for over 15 years.
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We use a combination of "cutting-edge" technology and "tried-and-true" methods in our evaluation and treatment services.
- We take the time
needed to collect all relevant information in order to form a more comprehensive
diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Because we believe that YOU are an important member of your diagnostic and treatment team, we take the time to listen to what you have to say, answer your questions, educate you about your treatment and consult with you.
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We take the time to work (with your permission) with your physician, counselor or other treatment provider to coordinate services.
The Institute for Family Development offers one of the few comprehensive diagnostic and treatment facilities for Attention Disorders and related problems. In addition to services (including evaluation and counseling) found in so many other programs, our program also provides:
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Instruction in compensatory skills to address poor organization, time management, etc.
- ADHD education and support for family members and significant others
- Parenting Skills Training specific to ADHD children
- Educational Advocacy
- Social Skills Training
- Anger Management
- Individual Therapy to work on emotional and self esteem issues arising from ADHD
- Couple Therapy to work on those ADHD issues that impact on a relationship
- Career Consulting
- M-MAT™ (Objective Testing for Attention Disorders)
With your input, we will incorporate some of these services into your treatment plan, if appropriate.
Any questions?
Email us!
Telephone with secure answering machine:
708-403-3200
The
Institute for Family Development
15010 South Ravinia Avenue
Suite 19
Orland Park, IL 60462
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