ADD/ADHD Treatment
Typically, the child takes the medication so that the drug is active during peak school hours, such as when reading and math are taught. Use of these medications has made it possible for many severely disordered adults to organize their lives, hold jobs, and care for themselves.
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- Q What are examples of behavioral-therapy treatments for ADHD?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineBehavioral therapy for ADHD includes behavior modification, family or individual therapy, and social and educational support. Here are some examples of what you can learn to do through behavioral therapy. Since sticking to a routine is key, you may... Full Answer
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- Q How is behavioral therapy used in ADHD treatment?
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Behavioral therapy helps the person with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) focus on current behaviors and learn more effective habits, skills, and responses. It can also be helpful if coexisting conditions cause specific behavior problems.... Full Answer
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- Q What social skills interventions help teenagers?
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Dr. Douglas Severance, Family MedicineTeens with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and poor social skills often benefit from group therapy with other teens with ADHD. They can discuss their problems with other group members in a supportive environment. Teens with ADHD can also... Full Answer
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- Q Does parent training treat behavior disorders with ADHD?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineParent training can help treat behavior disorders with ADHD in the sense that it gives you coping mechanisms and strategies to deal with behavioral issues that may come up. While your child may benefit from individual behavior-modification therapy... Full Answer
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- Q How is parent training for ADHD modified for use with teenagers?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineJust as teenagers are different from grade-schoolers, parent training for teens with ADHD needs to be different, too. A time-out might work for a seven year old, but chances are you’re not going to get your 16 year old to sit in a chair and... Full Answer
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- Q What should people consider when trying alternative therapies for ADHD?
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Before trying the latest, cutting-edge treatment options for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), parents should explore and understand all that is involved. Below, the advocacy organization Children and Adults With... Full Answer
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- Q Are any alternative treatments proven to help ADHD?
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Dr. Douglas Severance, Family MedicineMany miracle cures and products promise to treat and eliminate attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Among the alternative treatments considered by parents are diet manipulation, megavitamins, attention training, visual training,... Full Answer
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- Q Can optometric vision training help people with ADHD?
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Dr. Douglas Severance, Family MedicineOptometric vision training, which focuses on improving visual problems, has not been shown to offer benefits for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its symptoms. This approach involves such visual concerns as faulty eye... Full Answer
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- Q Can relaxation therapy help people with ADHD?
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Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may find that relaxation therapy offers powerful benefits. With this treatment, counselors teach kids how to better relax and stay calm. This is typically done with deep-breathing... Full Answer
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- Q What is interactive metronome treatment for ADHD?
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Dr. Douglas Severance, Family MedicineThe interactive metronome (IM) treatment may offer benefits for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This relatively new treatment option takes advantage of the metronome, a common musical tool used to keep the beat. With IM... Full Answer
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