Managing Treatment
Many adults with ADHD treat their symptoms with a combination of medication, therapy, nutrition, supplements, brain training, meditation, and/or exercise. Learn how to manage your own holistic treatment plan here.
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Managing Treatment
Treating the Hidden Complexities of ADHD
ADHD often coexists with other conditions, complicating treatment efforts. Learn about the medication...
ADHD Medications
Complete ADHD Medication List: Comparing Popular Meds
What's the difference between Adderall and Concerta? Ritalin and Vyvanse? Jornay PM and Intuniv? All...
ADHD Medications
ADHD Medications for Adults: Treatment Q&A for the Newly Diagnosed (and Nervous)
Is ADD medication safe? Does it work? What are the side effects? After an ADHD diagnosis, most...
Choosing Professionals
Use This Checklist to Assess ADHD Doctors and Clinicians
8 questions about ADHD to ask any prospective physician, psychologist, neurologist, or other...
Ask the Experts
Will Switching Medications Help My ADHD Symptoms?
Many ADHD patients wonder if switching medications, perhaps from a methylphenidate to an amphetamine,...
Managing Medications
Considering a Vacation from Your ADHD Medication?
Taking a break from ADHD medication isn't uncommon, but it's also not a smart decision for everyone....
ADHD in Women
Why ADHD in Women is Routinely Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, and Treated Inadequately
ADHD is not a male disorder, but men and boys are diagnosed far more commonly than women and girls....
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10 Books Every Woman Should Read After Her ADHD Diagnosis
Until quite recently, ADHD was considered a male pediatric disorder. This means that generations of...
ADHD Medication & Treatment
11 Hidden Truths That Unlock ADHD Treatment Success
You have ADHD — so your treatment plan should be based on how people with attention deficit think,...
ADHD in Women
Turning Regret Into Reset After an ADHD Diagnosis
Getting an ADHD diagnosis in middle age can spur a life-changing journey toward acceptance for many...
ADHD Therapies
ADHD Therapy Comparison: CBT vs. ADHD Coaching
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and ADHD coaching are both popular among adults with attention...
Adult Blogs
“How Self-Awareness Can Extinguish ADHD’s Little Fires”
“To live with unmanaged ADHD is to face constant fires that threaten to burn us and our loved ones,...
Managing Medications
ADHD Medications Rarely Work Perfectly on the First Try
Finding the most effective ADHD medication for your particular brain chemistry is — unfortunately —...
Managing Medications
How to Improve Medication Adherence in Adults and Teens with ADHD
The research is clear: Adherence to ADHD medication, particularly in puberty and adulthood, is not...
Managing Medications
“Stop Treating Us Like We’re Addicts!”
Securing stimulants amid the unrelenting shortage requires countless calls and visits to pharmacies,...