ADHD: Prognosis and Treatments to Think About

If you have heard about or know someone with ADHD, you may be aware of how serious the symptoms can be, and how much they might affect the person experiencing them. However, there are multiple treatments that may be effective. Keep reading for more information about ADHD.

What is ADHD?

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a mental condition that can be experienced in children or adults. It involves being unable to focus and may cause a person to act impulsively as well. These symptoms can be problematic in a few ways, including affecting everyday tasks, school, and work life.

To learn more about this condition, read this webpage: https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/adhd. There is further information on this illness and how to treat it.

Causes

It seems that there is no definite cause that has been discovered to fully explain the cause of ADHD. However, a person’s genetics may be a factor in whether they develop this condition or not.

Besides that, if a baby was subject to abuse, neglect, or has a brain injury, these could all be reasons why they develop ADHD.

Risk Factors

There are a couple of risk factors associated with ADHD as well. If a child hasn’t been receiving the proper nutrition this may be a risk factor. Additionally, if a person is experiencing other mental health conditions, they may be at a greater risk for ADHD. This is especially true if they abuse drugs or alcohol.

Symptoms

When you are trying to determine if you or someone you love has ADHD, there are a few symptoms to watch out for.

• Inability to concentrate
• Easily distractable
• Unable to simply sit
• Frequent talking
• Cannot stay quiet
• Often loses things
• Neglecting work or duties
• Unable to listen
• Making careless errors

If you note these symptoms in a loved one, it may be necessary to reach out to a psychiatrist for further support. A mental health professional can speak with them, take note of the symptoms they are experiencing, and diagnose them with ADHD if they have been acting this way for a long time. In some cases, this may be the proper course of action, but some of the symptoms of ADHD are similar to other conditions.

In other words, once you meet with a therapist, they will be able to determine what mental concern an individual is experiencing, diagnose them properly, and offer treatment options.

Prognosis

There isn’t currently a cure for this condition, but this doesn’t mean that it is unable to be treated. Many people that experience this disorder will be able to see relief from some of their symptoms with the proper treatments. This includes both children and adults. It is also important to note that even if you are diagnosed with ADHD as a child, you may still experience symptoms related to it as an adult. However, they may be less noticeable.

TDAH, o trastorno por déficit de atención con hiperactividad

Treatments

ADHD can be controlled through a few different types of treatments. One is through therapy. When you work with a psychologist, there are many approaches they may be able to provide, which can aid an individual in learning how to change their behavior in certain situations or exercises on how to focus or concentrate for a longer amount of time.

Additionally, medicines may be prescribed to alleviate some of the symptoms that are causing interruptions in a person’s routine. While these medicines can be beneficial, they may not cause symptoms to go away. At the same time, they could make them seem manageable or unnoticeable, depending on the person and how their ADHD affects them.

A therapist may also recommend changing certain aspects of your daily life, including working on your diet, exercising, and limiting screen time. Contemplate taking all their advice into consideration and making changes when you can. If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, it might be prudent for all family members to seek therapy to learn more about the condition. You can also do some research of your own.

Conclusion

ADHD is a disorder that can greatly affect the way a person behaves and will sometimes interfere with school or work. However, it is able to be treated, and many people can see an improvement in their symptoms when they work with a therapist. Make sure you investigate further about this condition if someone you care about experiences it. This should help you understand how to be patient with them and what treatments they might benefit from.

The post is developed in partnership with BetterHelp.