Adult ADD Treatment: 10 Things I'd Love To Have Known Sooner

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Adult ADHD Treatment

Adults with ADHD often struggle more than children, for a reason: the childhood protections that helped them overcome their inattention and impulsivity to fulfill socially-mandated requirements of daily life are no longer in place. Behavioral psychotherapy and medications can aid.

Counseling for adults suffering from ADHD typically consists of psychological counseling (psychotherapy). Cognitive behavioral therapy can also be part of the therapy.

Support Groups

Support groups can be a significant source of comfort, as participants discover -- often for the first time in their lives -- that they are not isolated. A majority of these groups are led by peers but there are also national organizations that host regional educational and networking events. ADDitude magazine, for example, offers a variety website of virtual peer-support groups for its readers, including ones for adults who have recently been diagnosed, couples impacted by ADHD, intellectually gifted adults and individuals looking for work.

Meetings are typically held at a convenient time and location, however online support groups also exist to help people with scheduling conflicts connect to peers from around the country. A quick Google search will yield a variety of virtual options and new groups are formed constantly as ADDA readers share their unique needs and life experiences. Many of these groups are completely free, but some charge a nominal fee to cover advertising costs and pay speakers.