We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
Whether you’re a middle school student, high school student, young professional, or adult navigating ADHD, learning differences, or executive functioning challenges, our psychologists and learning specialists use a strengths-based approach to build tools for long-term success in a supportive environment.
We support high school and college students, as well as professionals, seeking to better understand learning and attention differences. Our one-on-one sessions (in person or remote) build executive functioning, reading, writing, math, and test prep skills. We do not provide academic tutoring; instead, we focus on skill-building that helps students thrive.
Whether you’re a middle school student, high school student, young professional, or adult navigating ADHD, learning differences, or executive functioning challenges, our psychologists and learning specialists use a strengths-based approach to build tools for long-term success in a supportive environment.
We support high school and college students, as well as professionals, seeking to better understand learning and attention differences. Our one-on-one sessions (in person or remote) build executive functioning, reading, writing, math, and test prep skills. We do not provide academic tutoring; instead, we focus on skill-building that helps students thrive.
Embodied Recovery provides comprehensive treatment for mental health and substance use disorders through multiple levels of care, including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Individual, and Family Therapy. Our approach integrates psychological, biological, social, and spiritual elements to foster meaningful, lasting change. Located near downtown Campbell, we promote recovery through community connection, mindful living, and experiential practices that support emotional growth, resilience, and a life of balance and purpose.
Embodied Recovery provides comprehensive treatment for mental health and substance use disorders through multiple levels of care, including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Individual, and Family Therapy. Our approach integrates psychological, biological, social, and spiritual elements to foster meaningful, lasting change. Located near downtown Campbell, we promote recovery through community connection, mindful living, and experiential practices that support emotional growth, resilience, and a life of balance and purpose.
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center, we specialize in supporting adult men and women who are seeking comprehensive, compassionate care for a wide range of mental health disorders. Our clients often come to us struggling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and personality disorders, among others. Many also face co-occurring substance use issues or challenges related to life transitions, relationship difficulties, and chronic stress. We understand that each individual has unique needs and experiences, so we tailor our treatment to address those specific concerns. Our clients are seeking a safe, structured environment where they can heal, develop coping skills, and build resilience. We meet their needs through evidence-based therapies, holistic approaches, and a supportive community designed to foster personal growth and recovery. Our goal is to provide the tools, insights, and emotional support necessary for long-term mental wellness.
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center, we specialize in supporting adult men and women who are seeking comprehensive, compassionate care for a wide range of mental health disorders. Our clients often come to us struggling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and personality disorders, among others. Many also face co-occurring substance use issues or challenges related to life transitions, relationship difficulties, and chronic stress. We understand that each individual has unique needs and experiences, so we tailor our treatment to address those specific concerns. Our clients are seeking a safe, structured environment where they can heal, develop coping skills, and build resilience. We meet their needs through evidence-based therapies, holistic approaches, and a supportive community designed to foster personal growth and recovery. Our goal is to provide the tools, insights, and emotional support necessary for long-term mental wellness.
At reSTART Life in Washington, we understand how challenging it can be to witness a loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD.
Dedicated to your healing journey, our IOP and PHP programs deliver personalized mental health care, equipping you with essential skills for lasting wellness. Our compassionate therapists tailor every step of your treatment, ensuring you feel understood, supported, and empowered to embrace a brighter future. Our proven approach drives lasting change for you.
At reSTART Life in Washington, we understand how challenging it can be to witness a loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD.
Dedicated to your healing journey, our IOP and PHP programs deliver personalized mental health care, equipping you with essential skills for lasting wellness. Our compassionate therapists tailor every step of your treatment, ensuring you feel understood, supported, and empowered to embrace a brighter future. Our proven approach drives lasting change for you.
At Northbound Treatment Services in La Jolla, California, we offer comprehensive treatment for drug and alcohol addiction as well as co-occurring mental health disorders. Our continuum of care includes medically supervised detox, residential and outpatient programs, dual diagnosis support, and aftercare planning. Each client receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique goals, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and empowering recovery experience. At our wonderful facility, we provide a compassionate environment where lasting healing and growth can begin.
At Northbound Treatment Services in La Jolla, California, we offer comprehensive treatment for drug and alcohol addiction as well as co-occurring mental health disorders. Our continuum of care includes medically supervised detox, residential and outpatient programs, dual diagnosis support, and aftercare planning. Each client receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique goals, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and empowering recovery experience. At our wonderful facility, we provide a compassionate environment where lasting healing and growth can begin.
Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, substance use, behavioral issues, ADHD, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, and other high-acuity mental health issues and co-occurring disorders.
When severe emotion dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, expert local support is vital. Located in San Jose, our specialized DBT outpatient center offers the intensive, daily care teens need to build coping skills close to home. We treat teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Our licensed clinicians use DBT to teach essential distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills. Through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), teens practice these tools in real-time while staying connected to family.
Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, substance use, behavioral issues, ADHD, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, and other high-acuity mental health issues and co-occurring disorders.
When severe emotion dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, expert local support is vital. Located in San Jose, our specialized DBT outpatient center offers the intensive, daily care teens need to build coping skills close to home. We treat teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Our licensed clinicians use DBT to teach essential distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills. Through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), teens practice these tools in real-time while staying connected to family.
888-827-7736 We are just a phone call away. The Scott is a private medical detox concierge, renowned for providing discreet, luxury medical detox protocols and comprehensive medical care. Featured in The Hollywood Reporter, Newsweek Magazine & more, we offer luxury medical concierge services tailored to your needs. Whether in your home, hotel, or a chosen destination, our medical team delivers white glove care. Specializing in private medical detox services, our board-certified professionals manage alcohol detox, opiate detox, pain-management detox, and other drug detoxes with precision and compassion. Our approach integrates medication therapy with holistic sensibilities. As a recognized leader, The Scott, holds the World Accreditation Addiction Treatment Mark of Excellence & Medical Detox Accreditation. As a medical concierge, our teams are ready to fly to you immediately. Established in 2010 and a proud Forbes Business Council Member, we are here to meet your specific medical concierge needs with unparalleled expertise and discretion.
888-827-7736 We are just a phone call away. The Scott is a private medical detox concierge, renowned for providing discreet, luxury medical detox protocols and comprehensive medical care. Featured in The Hollywood Reporter, Newsweek Magazine & more, we offer luxury medical concierge services tailored to your needs. Whether in your home, hotel, or a chosen destination, our medical team delivers white glove care. Specializing in private medical detox services, our board-certified professionals manage alcohol detox, opiate detox, pain-management detox, and other drug detoxes with precision and compassion. Our approach integrates medication therapy with holistic sensibilities. As a recognized leader, The Scott, holds the World Accreditation Addiction Treatment Mark of Excellence & Medical Detox Accreditation. As a medical concierge, our teams are ready to fly to you immediately. Established in 2010 and a proud Forbes Business Council Member, we are here to meet your specific medical concierge needs with unparalleled expertise and discretion.
Guide Behavioral Health provides structured, evidence-based outpatient care for teens ages 12–17 facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, school avoidance, substance use, and other behavioral health challenges. Our IOP and PHP combine proven therapies, small-group support, and close family collaboration—so teens learn coping skills, build resilience, and stay engaged in school and life.
With quick admissions and flexible after-school and daytime schedules, we make treatment doable, while parents stay in the loop and schools stay coordinated. Located in Menlo Park, we serve Palo Alto, San Mateo County, and nearby communities.
Guide Behavioral Health provides structured, evidence-based outpatient care for teens ages 12–17 facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, school avoidance, substance use, and other behavioral health challenges. Our IOP and PHP combine proven therapies, small-group support, and close family collaboration—so teens learn coping skills, build resilience, and stay engaged in school and life.
With quick admissions and flexible after-school and daytime schedules, we make treatment doable, while parents stay in the loop and schools stay coordinated. Located in Menlo Park, we serve Palo Alto, San Mateo County, and nearby communities.
Summit Estate, Northern California's Premier Recovery Center, knows addiction is best treated when clients are comfortable in an inviting space. We understand you and your situation are unique. Based on the principles of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we have developed a personalized addiction treatment to help our clients through their recovery. We believe that in order to recover successfully, old habits must be replaced with new, healthy ones, and negative thinking patterns must be replaced with positive, reality-based thoughts. Our CBT and DBT-based approaches changes lives by helping our clients replace their old, negative thoughts and behaviors with those that sustain healthy, happy living. In addition, we offer yoga, reflexology, massage therapy, acupuncture, and outdoor recreation. Our goal is to facilitate our client's return to health as we nurture long-term cognitive and emotional well-being. We pay attention to every step of the way from chemical detoxification, one-on-one sessions, group therapies and activities, and catering to specific dietary needs. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients overcome their addictions by receiving the support they need throughout their journey. Contact us today! We are here to help you with your recovery!
Summit Estate, Northern California's Premier Recovery Center, knows addiction is best treated when clients are comfortable in an inviting space. We understand you and your situation are unique. Based on the principles of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we have developed a personalized addiction treatment to help our clients through their recovery. We believe that in order to recover successfully, old habits must be replaced with new, healthy ones, and negative thinking patterns must be replaced with positive, reality-based thoughts. Our CBT and DBT-based approaches changes lives by helping our clients replace their old, negative thoughts and behaviors with those that sustain healthy, happy living. In addition, we offer yoga, reflexology, massage therapy, acupuncture, and outdoor recreation. Our goal is to facilitate our client's return to health as we nurture long-term cognitive and emotional well-being. We pay attention to every step of the way from chemical detoxification, one-on-one sessions, group therapies and activities, and catering to specific dietary needs. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients overcome their addictions by receiving the support they need throughout their journey. Contact us today! We are here to help you with your recovery!
Situated in world famous and highly coveted tranquil neighborhood of Bel Air, The Bel Air Home is a highly advanced residential mental health treatment program with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization (which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber) by both the California Department of Healthcare Services and DSS.
Situated in world famous and highly coveted tranquil neighborhood of Bel Air, The Bel Air Home is a highly advanced residential mental health treatment program with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization (which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber) by both the California Department of Healthcare Services and DSS.
Summit Estate, Northern California's Premier Recovery Center, knows addiction is best treated when clients are comfortable in an inviting space. We understand you and your situation are unique. Based on the principles of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we have developed a personalized addiction treatment to help our clients through their recovery. We believe that in order to recover successfully, old habits must be replaced with new, healthy ones, and negative thinking patterns must be replaced with positive, reality-based thoughts. Our CBT and DBT-based approaches changes lives by helping our clients replace their old, negative thoughts and behaviors with those that sustain healthy, happy living. In addition, we offer yoga, reflexology, massage therapy, acupuncture, and outdoor recreation. Our goal is to facilitate our client's return to health as we nurture long-term cognitive and emotional well-being. We pay attention to every step of the way from chemical detoxification, several one-on-one sessions per week, group therapies and activities, and catering to specific dietary needs. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients overcome their addictions by receiving the support they need throughout their journey. Contact us today! We are here to help you with your recovery!
Summit Estate, Northern California's Premier Recovery Center, knows addiction is best treated when clients are comfortable in an inviting space. We understand you and your situation are unique. Based on the principles of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we have developed a personalized addiction treatment to help our clients through their recovery. We believe that in order to recover successfully, old habits must be replaced with new, healthy ones, and negative thinking patterns must be replaced with positive, reality-based thoughts. Our CBT and DBT-based approaches changes lives by helping our clients replace their old, negative thoughts and behaviors with those that sustain healthy, happy living. In addition, we offer yoga, reflexology, massage therapy, acupuncture, and outdoor recreation. Our goal is to facilitate our client's return to health as we nurture long-term cognitive and emotional well-being. We pay attention to every step of the way from chemical detoxification, several one-on-one sessions per week, group therapies and activities, and catering to specific dietary needs. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients overcome their addictions by receiving the support they need throughout their journey. Contact us today! We are here to help you with your recovery!
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We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse clients via video across California. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse clients via video across California. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
Neurofeedback (brainwave biofeedback) has been shown to help both children and adults with ADD/ ADHD, OCD, PTSD, chronic pain, mood disorders, anxiety, stress, learning disorders, head trauma, and numerous other conditions.
What makes The Center unique is that we create a holistic personalized program integrating the latest in biofeedback, neurofeedback, and entrainment technologies, and psychotherapy for healing trauma (EMDR and Brainspotting). Our skilled and welcoming practitioners include a neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and highly trained technicians.
Neurofeedback (brainwave biofeedback) has been shown to help both children and adults with ADD/ ADHD, OCD, PTSD, chronic pain, mood disorders, anxiety, stress, learning disorders, head trauma, and numerous other conditions.
What makes The Center unique is that we create a holistic personalized program integrating the latest in biofeedback, neurofeedback, and entrainment technologies, and psychotherapy for healing trauma (EMDR and Brainspotting). Our skilled and welcoming practitioners include a neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and highly trained technicians.
We transform the lives of children and families by offering thorough evaluation and gold-standard treatment for a wide range of conditions and concerns, including: ADHD and behavior, anxiety and OCD, autism and related disorders, depression and mood, educational services, and learning and development.
Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
We transform the lives of children and families by offering thorough evaluation and gold-standard treatment for a wide range of conditions and concerns, including: ADHD and behavior, anxiety and OCD, autism and related disorders, depression and mood, educational services, and learning and development.
Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
The ADHD Center for Success is committed to providing children, adolescents and adults the most current and effective evaluation and treatment programs, with detailed information to help patients achieve their goals in all aspects of life.
The goal of our evaluation is to determine the underlying cause(s) of an individual’s difficulties. There are times when symptoms might appear to be consistent with a diagnosis of ADHD but instead may be caused by anxiety, depression or other factors. These factors can also co-exist with ADHD and are important to identify and address in the evaluation.
The ADHD Center for Success is committed to providing children, adolescents and adults the most current and effective evaluation and treatment programs, with detailed information to help patients achieve their goals in all aspects of life.
The goal of our evaluation is to determine the underlying cause(s) of an individual’s difficulties. There are times when symptoms might appear to be consistent with a diagnosis of ADHD but instead may be caused by anxiety, depression or other factors. These factors can also co-exist with ADHD and are important to identify and address in the evaluation.
TherapyWorks is a premier psychology practice dedicated to changing lives. Our collaborative team is comprised of highly-skilled professionals, each with specialized training, proven clinical expertise and a passion and commitment for quality care. We offer comprehensive counseling, coaching and treatment services designed to fit your individual needs and lifestyle. Focused on creating positive change and effective solutions, our genuine approach to evidenced-based care provides specialized support, a refocused perspective and a personal touch.
TherapyWorks is a premier psychology practice dedicated to changing lives. Our collaborative team is comprised of highly-skilled professionals, each with specialized training, proven clinical expertise and a passion and commitment for quality care. We offer comprehensive counseling, coaching and treatment services designed to fit your individual needs and lifestyle. Focused on creating positive change and effective solutions, our genuine approach to evidenced-based care provides specialized support, a refocused perspective and a personal touch.
Robles Ranch Mental Health offers Evidence-Based & Natural Healing at their private residential treatment program. Our Mental Health treatment program utilizes a perfect blending of evidence-based treatment modalities and highly effective holistic therapies to provide lasting relief from the symptoms of mental health disorders.
Robles Ranch Mental Health offers Evidence-Based & Natural Healing at their private residential treatment program. Our Mental Health treatment program utilizes a perfect blending of evidence-based treatment modalities and highly effective holistic therapies to provide lasting relief from the symptoms of mental health disorders.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
Our treatment team is specially trained to support teens with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, ADHD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other issues.
Evolve Danville offers outpatient treatment for teens ages 12-17 who struggle with mental health, addiction, and/or behavioral issues. Our licensed, specialized staff utilize evidence-based treatments such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), individual and family therapy, multifamily groups, parent support groups, psychiatry, daily group sessions and psychoeducation. Additionally, we integrate addiction recovery modalities such as Relapse Prevention, DBT for Substance Abuse, SMART Recovery, and 12-Step support programs. Many of our adolescents struggle with emotion dysregulation and may display high-risk or self-harming behaviors. DBT is research-proven to help reduce these issues. Through DBT, we teach our teens the skills needed for distress tolerance, improved impulse control, emotion regulation, and effective communication. Teens also receive daily academic support and participate in experiential therapies such as music, art, mindfulness, yoga, and hiking. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, positive, and structured environment where clients learn the skills necessary for sustainable recovery.
Our treatment team is specially trained to support teens with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, ADHD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other issues.
Evolve Danville offers outpatient treatment for teens ages 12-17 who struggle with mental health, addiction, and/or behavioral issues. Our licensed, specialized staff utilize evidence-based treatments such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), individual and family therapy, multifamily groups, parent support groups, psychiatry, daily group sessions and psychoeducation. Additionally, we integrate addiction recovery modalities such as Relapse Prevention, DBT for Substance Abuse, SMART Recovery, and 12-Step support programs. Many of our adolescents struggle with emotion dysregulation and may display high-risk or self-harming behaviors. DBT is research-proven to help reduce these issues. Through DBT, we teach our teens the skills needed for distress tolerance, improved impulse control, emotion regulation, and effective communication. Teens also receive daily academic support and participate in experiential therapies such as music, art, mindfulness, yoga, and hiking. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, positive, and structured environment where clients learn the skills necessary for sustainable recovery.
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ADHD Treatment Centers
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.