Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
What is ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or commonly know as ADHD, is a chronic condition that affects an individual’s ability to pay attention, remain still, and to control impulsive behavior. Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD, is another name for ADHD. If left untreated, individuals may struggle with issues with their self-esteem and social life. Symptoms of ADHD is known to impact many aspects of life such as work, relationships, and day-to-day living.
Based on persistent symptoms, ADHD can be classified into three main types:
- Inattentive
- Hyperactive-Impulsive
- Combined
Inattentive is characterized by difficulties with staying on task, focusing, and organization.
Hyperactive-Impulsive is characterized by excessive movement and being talkative as well as committing to decisions or actions without considering the consequences.
Combined is defined as a mixed diagnosis of Inattentive and Hyperactive-Impulsive symptoms.
Who does ADHD affect:
- About 1 in 9 children are diagnosed with ADHD in the U.S., often being first identified in school-aged children.
- Men with ADHD
- Only about 36% of people with anxiety disorders seek treatment, despite the availability of effective therapies.
What are ADHD symptoms?
- Being unable to sit still.
- Feeling irritable, tense or restless.
- Experiencing nausea or abdominal distress.
- Having heart palpitations.
- Sweating, trembling or shaking.
- Trouble sleeping.
- Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom.
Treatments for ADHD
A variety of options are available to treat this condition. We’ve provided you with some common and effective methods below.
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Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy refers to a variety of treatments that use psychological methods to help change unhealthy thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Counseling
Counseling is a collaborative process where a counselor helps a patient create a holistic plan to solve problems they are facing.
Medications
Medications can be used to treat, reduce symptoms, or prevent the return of mental health problems. We’ve provided some examples below.
Medications for ADHD
A variety of medications are available to treat this condition. We’ve provided you with some common and effective options below.
Adderall: For ADHD
Guanfacine (Intuniv): For ADHD, ODD, & Tourette Syndrome
Strattera (Atomoxetine): For ADHD
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