Many people have heard of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), commonly known as ADHD. This may remind you of children who are inattentive, extremely active, or prone to impulsivity. The medical community believes that the core symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder begin before the age of 12 and persist into adulthood. It is worth noting that with the increasing pressure of people's lives, many adults are also showing corresponding symptoms, but many people have not received effective diagnosis and treatment.
If an adult suffers from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, they may encounter the following problems:
l is prone to anxiety or depression;
Long term and inexplicable anxiety;
Easy to forget;
Difficulty concentrating while reading;
Difficulty controlling angry emotions;
Impulsiveness;
Low tolerance for setbacks;
Low self-esteem;
Unstable state of mind;
Poor organizational skills;
Procrastination in doing things;
Poor interpersonal relationships;
Drug abuse or addiction.
The symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder patients are not completely consistent, for example, some patients can still maintain high attention for things they are interested in, while others have difficulty concentrating on anything. At this point, seeking comprehensive clinical evaluation and treatment from a psychologist becomes particularly important.
How is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder treated?
Common treatment options may include medication, psychotherapy, learning and training, as well as family therapy. These methods are usually combined for treatment. The purpose of treatment is to help patients find new ways of doing things, make daily life easier, and feel better about themselves.
Medications for treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Patients with ADHD are often prescribed stimulant drugs. Research has shown that approximately two-thirds of adults with ADHD experience significant improvement in symptoms after taking these medications. Stimulant drugs include: focalin, Dexedrine, Adderall XR (Amphetamine/Dexamethoxamine), Vyvanse (Lysdexamfetamine), Concerta, Daytrana, Metadate, Methylin, Ritalin, QuillivantXR, etc.
However, due to the stimulating and addictive side effects of stimulant drugs, doctors may also recommend the use of non stimulant drugs such as atomoxetine (Strattera), colchicine (Kapvay), and guanidine (Intuniv).
Non pharmacological therapy (psychological counseling), as a treatment method that has gradually become popular in recent years, also has very ideal effects:
1. Cognitive and behavioral therapy. This helps to enhance self-esteem.
2. Relaxation training and stress management. These can reduce anxiety and stress, learn to control temper, and reduce impulsive behavior.
3. Life guidance courses. It can help patients learn new methods to maintain order at home and work, and improve relationships with family and friends.
4. Work guidance or coaching. It can help patients better handle work relationships and improve on-the-job performance.
5. Family education and treatment. This can help patients and their families better understand attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It also helps to find ways to reduce the impact of diseases on family life.
How to prevent attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
At present, there are no particularly effective preventive measures to reduce the incidence rate of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. However, early detection and intervention can reduce the severity of symptoms, minimize the interference of behavioral symptoms on daily life, promote normal growth and development in children, and improve the quality of life for ADHD patients. In addition to necessary medication and psychological therapy. It is also necessary to provide corresponding training for parents, family members, teachers, or colleagues.
Raising children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is very difficult, brings many challenges, and puts pressure on families. Behavioral management training for parents can help alleviate stress for all family members. And this often requires the support of the entire family members and living community centered around parents.
For adult patients, involve your spouse, family, and friends in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It can help them better understand you and improve your relationship.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can make work and study a challenge. You may feel embarrassed to tell your boss or teacher that you have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, but if they are willing to make some small adjustments, it will better help you receive treatment. For example, asking what help you need to improve your work or study performance, and investing time and energy to assist you.