Comprehensive Neuropsychiatric ADHD Care in McHenry County
Help With ADHD
At Kohn Brain Clinic, we approach Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) through a specialized neuropsychiatric lens—evaluating the intricate connections between brain biology, psychological temperament, and lifestyle factors.
Led by board-certified neuropsychiatrist Dr. Robert Kohn, D.O., our comprehensive care paths utilize advanced objective data, including T.O.V.A. (Test of Variables of Attention) testing, to build personalized treatment protocols combining medical management, lifestyle therapy, and genetic insights for patients of all ages.
Here is how T.O.V.A. testing works.
Types of ADHD / ADD
There are 3 types of ADHD / ADD recognized by the following DSM-V criteria:
Inattentive Type
Often described as lost
in thoughts, forgetful,
a daydreamer
Hyperactive-Impulsive
Often described as fidgety, difficult to control,
'on the go'
Combined Type
Often presents with both inattentive and hyperactive
symptoms
The 6 Symptom Domains of ADHD
ADHD is far more than simple restlessness or distractibility—it is a complex executive function challenge that manifests differently in every individual. While no two brains are identical, a clinical diagnosis typically involves experiencing persistent patterns across two or more of the following cognitive domains:
Issues with Focus, Attention & Working Memory
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Easily distracted by low-priority activities.
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Difficulty following just one thought at a time.
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Tuning out in the middle of conversations.
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Lack of attention to details.
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Constantly misplacing essential everyday items.
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Frequently forgetting appointments
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Getting critical details wrong.
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Frequent mental fatigue after periods of focused effort.
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Extreme hyperfocus on high-interest topics at the expense of necessary daily responsibilities.
Issues with Impulse Control & Decision Making
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Blurting out thoughts without thinking.
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Often speaking out of turn.
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Interrupting others or talking over them.
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Acting recklessly or impulsively with no regard of consequences.
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Impulsive spending.
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Frequent overdue notices.
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Poor diet due to lack of meal planning or rapid gratification eating.
Issues with Task Activation & Organization
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Tendency to procrastinate when starting a task.
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Inability finish long-term projects.
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Messy, cluttered work environments.
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Struggling to complete simple daily routines.
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Trouble following multi-step directions.
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Chronic underachievement at work/school or frequent job losses.
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Difficulty prioritizing; treating every incoming task as equally urgent.
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"Out of sight, out of mind" object/task decay
Issues with Physical & Internal Restlessness
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Constant physical or mental fidgeting .
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Easily bored or feeling a constant need for novel stimulation.
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Trouble relaxing or winding down during downtime.
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Difficulty sitting still in meetings, dinners, or long quiet environments without internal restlessness.
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Restless physical energy or feeling driven by an "internal motor."
Issues with Time Management & "Time Blindness"
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Frequently losing track of time or lacking an internal sense of passing time.
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Underestimating how long a task will take vs. actual time required.
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Chronic tardiness to meetings, social gatherings, or appointments.
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Constantly missing deadlines or completing steps in the wrong order.
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Feeling chronically overwhelmed, rushed, or overcommitted.
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Waiting until the absolute last minute to complete work, aka "panic mode".
Issues Regulating Emotions & Stress Response
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Irritability, or sudden angry outbursts.
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Socially inappropriate behaviors triggered by impulse.
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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): Extreme emotional sensitivity to perceived criticism.
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Quitting tasks rapidly when hitting minor roadblocks.
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Experiencing feelings far more intensely than the situation warrants.
Diagnosing ADHD Patients
The first step in getting treatment for ADHD, either for yourself or your child, is to be properly diagnosed. This usually starts with a visit to your family doctor for a thorough behavioral assessment.
Additionally, further assessments from people that know the patient well help inform and formulate a proper diagnosis of the patient. There are several standardized guidelines that can be used for these assessments. One of the most common resources used is the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, or DSM-5.
Advanced Objective Diagnostics
Traditional ADHD diagnosis relies heavily on subjective questionnaires. At Kohn Brain Clinic, we eliminate the guesswork by combining two of the most trusted, evidence-based digital diagnostic platforms available:
The T.O.V.A. Test (Test of Variables of Attention)
A gold-standard, FDA-cleared continuous performance test that measures attention, focus, and impulsivity. By analyzing exact response times to visual or auditory stimuli, T.O.V.A. provides an objective baseline of central nervous system function.
Creyos Cognitive Profiling
A comprehensive digital testing platform designed to map core executive functions, short-term memory, and cognitive processing speed. Creyos allows us to see exactly how ADHD impacts your day-to-day brain performance.
ADHD Treatment Options
The goal of ADHD treatment is to improve your or your child's ability to function effectively at home and in school or the workplace. In most cases, the best ADHD treatment for older children, adolescents and adults includes a combination of behavioral therapy and ADHD medication, however, treatment can and should be highly individualized to encompass all aspects of each individual's behavioral and physical needs. A person with ADHD has a much higher chance of having other behavioral comorbidities so it's important to take all aspects of the individual into account.
What You Can Expect
Kohn Brain Clinic is focused on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. After a series of ADHD/ADD tests and evaluations, we'll work together on a comprehensive, medically-based approach to address your specific cognitive needs.
Non-Pharmalogical
Treatments
Using nutritional health as one part of a multi-pronged medical approach
Genetic Factors &
DNA Evaluation
Analysis and identification of potential biomarkers in your DNA
Personalized Prescription Management Team
Dedicated staff assigned to each patient to order and refill medications
Prompt Replies to Emails and Voicemails
We aim to respond to all emails and voicemails within 24 hours
Why Choose a Neuropsychiatric Approach for ADHD?
Because ADHD is a complex neurobiological spectrum condition deeply tied to executive functions, treating it successfully requires looking at both neurological pathways and psychiatric behaviors. Kohn Brain Clinic is uniquely positioned in providing superior, neuro-psychiatrist care for complex ADHD cases.
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