Treatment of Add in Adults
Treatment of Add in adults usually involves a combination of medication, life-skills training, and psychotherapy. Most patients respond to stimulant drugs like methylphenidate, (Ritalin), and amphetamines such as lisdexamphetamine, (Adderall XR), or extended-release mixed amphetamine salts.
Stimulants may increase blood pressure and heart rate. Nonstimulants, such as bupropion and atomoxetine, can improve ADHD symptoms.
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is the term used to describe the various mental health treatments which use individual interaction and discussions to help you overcome your problems. Talk therapy can be very beneficial in treating mental health problems that include PTSD, anxiety, depression and certain personality disorders such as borderline or dependent personality disorder and certain addictions, such as addiction to alcohol, drugs or compulsive gambling.
CBT or cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy is particularly effective in treating ADHD. CBT focuses primarily on the connection between feelings, thoughts and behavior. It also teaches you new skills to help you take control of your emotions and improve your life. More about the author of psychotherapy include dialectical behavior therapy which helps you better regulate your emotions and teaches you to be more assertive and psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on bringing to light the underlying feelings that could have their roots in childhood experiences or past traumas.
It is essential to select the right therapist who has expertise and training in working with people with your specific problems. You should feel comfortable sharing your personal concerns with your therapist. You'll likely share some very intimate details with them. Therefore, it is best to schedule your first session at times when you can be present without interrupting your family or work commitments.