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Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD is a neuropsychologist in New York, NY specializing in neuropsychology, child psychology, physician and psychology. Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
He completed residency at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Medical Center. He has a state license in New York.
Residency: St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Medical Center
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO), Magnacare, Emblem, Oscar, Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP, Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only, starting 9/1/23), Healthsmart, United Healthcare, Aetna, Tricare, Oxford, Husky CT Medicaid, Healthfirst, Cigna, Qualcare, MVP, Connecticare, Healthfirst Medicare Advantage, First Health, Multiplan/Beech Street/PHCS, World Trade Center Health Program (WTC), Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ, Empire Essential, Non-Participating Plans with Out of Network Benefits, Blue Cross Blue Shield New York, Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, UMR, Carrum Health, Medicare Part A&B (traditional Medicare) and Blue Cross Health Plus.
According to our sources, Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 33 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Stephen Alan Sands, PsyD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.
Memorial Sloan Kettering child psychologist Stephen Sands helps children, adolescents, young adults, and their caregivers who have been affected by cancer.
