Treating Add
Treatment for add includes medication, counseling and education. Medications for attention deficit disorder (ADD) are usually stimulant drugs such as methylphenidate, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall XR, Vyvanse). Non-stimulants include atomoxetine and guanfacine.
Counseling for adults with ADD could include cognitive behavior therapy, which assists you to identify and replace automatic or irrational thoughts with positive ones. Family and marriage therapy can assist you in improving your communication and deal with life's challenges.
Behavioral therapy
Behavioral therapy is an evidence-based treatment for a variety of mental conditions. Generally, it involves working with a therapist in order to determine the causes of problematic behavior and then develop strategies to address them. The majority of the time, these strategies change a behavior by replacing it with a healthier alternative. There are a variety of types of behavioral therapy are available such as operant conditioning, classical conditioning and Aversion therapy. Other types of therapy include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT). adhd treatment adults is often confined to a time limit and focuses on specific goals that help to make progress over time.
Operant conditioning teaches people, for example to connect an action with a specific result. Classical conditioning trains people, on the contrary, to associate an emotion with a specific action.