ADHD Treatment Options

When you saw the title of this article, perhaps you thought you’d learn more about what ADHD adults can do to manage their energy throughout each day, like eating, sleeping, etc. No doubt, these day-to-day efforts are important! But to be productive and manage your ADHD symptoms, you’ll need to take a longer view. To do this, you’ll need to consider the four dimensions of energy – physical, mental, emotional, and human spirit. But, like many ADHD adults, you may be primarily focused on trying to work faster and focus better — not be distracted. Have your efforts paid off? If not, I’m not surprised. After all, your time and willpower are limited. You only have so much time in the day, right? And your…

(originally published April 19, 2017, updated November 11, 2021) Making the decision to take ADHD medication can be challenging for ADHD adults. Some may struggle to make this decision because of the uncertainty of whether to take medication at all. Others are fine taking medication but are concerned about the effects and unclear about the benefits. You may also have these concerns. And the decision can be even more difficult because there is so much, sometimes conflicting, information out there. My hope is, whether you decide to take medication to treat your ADHD or not, you can feel confident you are making an informed decision based on accurate information. Let’s get on with helping you do that. The Role of Medication in Treating Your ADHD…

 Treating adult ADHD with therapy can be a critical component of a ADHD treatment plan. Yet, if you are considering therapy, you may be unsure what criteria to use. It can be overwhelming trying to choose the right therapist, for sure. And I know you want to find someone who is a good fit. Because you don’t want to waste your limited time, energy, and money, right? Of course, there is no certainty you’ll end up with the right therapist on the first try — one that’s a good fit for you. But, using the information below can increase your chances of finding someone who will work for you. If you’re still deciding whether you need a therapist or an ADHD coach check out my…

How often do you read or hear about the importance of exercise? A lot I bet. Just turn on the TV, surf the net or read a magazine. And you’ll see that “you just need to do it!” At least that’s what the Nike mentality of exercise would have you believe, right? Yet, all those messages about the benefits of exercise may not be working their magic. No surprise. After all, if you have a lot going on right now, it might be hard to fit in one more thing. Even if it’s “good for you.” And, even if you really want to exercise, it’s not going to cut it to tell an ADHD adult to “just do it.” Because, if it were that easy,…

Do you struggle with getting enough sleep? If you do, it’s not surprising. As not getting enough sleep is a common challenge for ADHD adults. Maybe you have problems falling asleep, not being able to wake up in the morning or waking up too early. Alternatively, you may have some other related sleep issue. Getting sufficient sleep is obviously an important factor in being healthy and functioning well in your daily life. Because you know when you are sleep deprived you may become more easily stressed and frustrated. And this affects your relationships, as well as your ability to do your important work. In addition, lack of sleep exacerbates your ADHD symptoms. This means your ability to regulate your emotions, focus and attend is even…