Innovative ADHD Treatments for Children and Adults

What Is ADHD and Why Does It Affect People Differently?

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) affects focus, impulse control, and organization. Types include Inattentive, Hyperactive-Impulsive, and Combined. Adult ADHD often shows up differently than childhood ADHD.

How Is ADHD Diagnosed?

Differential diagnosis is key. ADHD can resemble anxiety, depression, PTSD, autism, bipolar disorder, and learning disabilities. We use rating scales, interviews, and history review.

Pharmacological Treatments

  • Stimulants (Ritalin, Adderall): Fast, effective, but may cause appetite loss or insomnia.
  • Non-stimulants (Strattera, Intuniv): Slower onset, better for coexisting conditions.
  • Innovations: Xelstrym patch, EndeavorRx digital therapy.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments

  • CBT, Parent Training, Coaching
  • Diet, Exercise, Sleep
  • Mindfulness, Neurofeedback

Highlighted Research

  • Faraone et al. (2021): Long-acting stimulants effective
  • Sonuga-Barke et al. (2013): CBT and parent training effective
  • Kollins et al. (2020): Digital therapy improvements

Tools from Virtual Psychiatric Care

  • Free Symptom Screener
  • Support Groups
  • Coaching Packages
  • Customized Plans

Pharmacological Treatments

  • Stimulants (Ritalin, Adderall): Fast, effective, but may cause appetite loss or insomnia.
  • Non-stimulants (Strattera, Intuniv): Slower onset, better for coexisting conditions.
  • Innovations: Xelstrym patch, EndeavorRx digital therapy.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments

  • CBT, Parent Training, Coaching
  • Diet, Exercise, Sleep
  • Mindfulness, Neurofeedback

Highlighted Research

  • Faraone et al. (2021): Long-acting stimulants effective
  • Sonuga-Barke et al. (2013): CBT and parent training effective
  • Kollins et al. (2020): Digital therapy improvements

Tools from Virtual Psychiatric Care

  • Free Symptom Screener
  • Support Groups
  • Coaching Packages
  • Customized Plans

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD

  • Can ADHD go away?

    It may change, but often persists.

  • ADHD overdiagnosed?

    Underdiagnosed in many groups.

  • Diet cure?

    Supports health but not a cure.

  • Medication addictive?

    Safe when prescribed.

  • Best treatment?

    Usually a combination.