Tag: Behavior Disorders

Telehealth & Psychological Testing

September 13, 2022 4:57 pm

Dr. Danielle DeSantis is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. She earned her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology. She completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Rhode Island, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude, and received special certification in Grief Counseling.

In her practice, located in Cranston, RI, she uses a variety of treatment modalities, including: individual, couple, group, or family therapy, depending on individual needs. She has considerable experience working with psychiatric and behavioral problems, such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, trauma-related disorders, and more.

She works with individuals in various stages of their lives (including ages 3+). A majority of her clinical work is focused on careful assessment and meeting individual needs using empirically supported treatments for a wide range of presenting problems.

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The Difference Between Disruptive Behavior Disorders and ADHD

April 5, 2018 10:08 am

You may have heard people use phrases like “out of control” or “wild” to describe kids who have a hard time controlling their emotions and impulsive behavior. If they’re talking about your child, you might wonder if your child has a disruptive behavior disorder or ADHD. You might even think disruptive behavior disorders and ADHD are the same thing.

Disruptive behavior disorders and ADHD have some things in common, such as trouble keeping emotions in check and doing risky, impulsive things. But there are big differences between the two that can affect the strategies used to help your child.

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