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Treatment For ADHD

Psychosocial therapy is the most common treatment for adding. The medications include stimulants such as methylphenidate, amphetamine and Atomoxetine. They also include nonstimulants, like clonidine and Guanfacine.

The use of stimulants should not be used in patients with active substance abuse issues, however they are a possibility for those who are in stable remission. Combination therapy using antidepressants especially SSRIs, is another option.

Stimulants

Stimulants increase the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine between brain synapses. This improves concentration and reduces hyperactivity and impulsivity. Most doctors prescribe medication from the stimulant class to treat ADHD. They can prescribe methylphenidate (Concerta or Ritalin) or amphetamines. Both are similar drugs. The type of medicine prescribed depends on the biochemistry of each individual and how they react to it. It could take up to seven days for full effects of a medication to be apparent. Improved concentration, better memory, improved sleep, and reduced impulsivity are all signs that the medicine is working.


Some of the side effects include a decrease in appetite, trouble sleeping, and an increase in blood pressure and heart rate. Some people who have a medical condition such as high blood pressure or heart disease, shouldn't take them. They are highly prone for abuse and are tightly controlled drugs. Only psychiatrists, paediatricians or neurologists, and in certain situations, general practitioners may prescribe them. They are available in the form of tablets or pills or patches that are placed on the skin, or in liquids.

Children and adolescents who are dependent on stimulants often suffer from weight loss and a lack of appetite. When the dose is too high, they may also develop tics. If this occurs, the doctor will reduce the dosage to stop the drug from causing a worsening of symptoms.

Stimulant medicines are used for around 70 to 80% of children and adults with ADHD. A majority of children and young adults notice that their symptoms improve with treatment. This is particularly true for those who have parents, teachers or carers that can report improvements.

The early use of stimulants can reduce the risk for addiction disorders later in life. Wilens, Katusic, and colleagues81,82 and Biederman and colleagues83 discovered that treatment with stimulants reduces the risk of acquiring substance addiction disorders during the adolescent years. However treating adult adhd fades by early adulthood.

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