Treating adhd adults 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). Atomoxetine and guanfacine as well as other non-stimulants are available.

Counseling for adults suffering from ADD can include cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps you identify and replace your irrational or automatic thoughts with positive ones. Family and marriage therapy can also help you improve communication and deal with life's challenges.


Behavioral therapy

Behavioral therapy is an evidence-based treatment for many mental illnesses. It generally involves working with a therapist in order to determine the causes of problematic behavior and then develop strategies to address them. Most often, these strategies require changing a behavior and replacing it with a healthier version. There are a variety of types of behavioral therapy are available, including operant conditioning, classical conditioning and Aversion therapy. Other types of behavioral therapy include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) as well as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT). Behavioral therapy usually has limitations on time and focuses on specific goals that assist in achieving progress over time.

Operant conditioning, as an example is a method of teaching people to connect a stimulus to an effect. Classical conditioning however, teaches people to associate a particular feeling with an action.