Treating Add
The treatment of add is a combination of medications, counseling and education. Medications for attention deficit disorder (ADD) are usually stimulant drugs such as methylphenidate, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine-amphetamine (Adderall XR, Vyvanse). Non-stimulants include atomoxetine and guanfacine.
Counseling for adults with ADD may include cognitive behavioral therapy, which assists you to identify and replace automatic or irrational thoughts with positive ones. Marital and family therapy can also assist you in dealing with challenges in your life and improve communication.
Behavioral therapy
Behavioral therapy is a tried and tested treatment for a variety of mental disorders. It generally involves working with a therapist to identify problematic behaviors and develop strategies to deal with the issues. These strategies often involve changing the bad behavior to a better one. There are many types of behavioral therapies, such as operant training, classical conditioning, and Aversion. Other types of therapy include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT). Behavioral therapy is often confined to limitations on time and focuses on measurable goals that will help to make treating adhd and anxiety in adults progress over time.
Operant conditioning, for instance, teaches people to connect a stimulus with an effect. Classical conditioning, on the other hand helps people connect a specific feeling to an action.