ADHD Treatment Centers in Huntington Beach, CA
The reality is that the adolescent years are a vulnerable time for young adults as they begin to bridge the gap between childhood and adulthood. Adolescents impacted by behavioral health issues think, feel, and act in ways that are confusing to both them and family members. Families may experience breakdowns in communication and functioning, leading both parents and teens to feel hopeless and lost. Now is the time to reach out and talk to someone that understands. It is easier to build strong children than it is to fix broken adults. We are here to help your adolescent with their struggles and build on their strengths to empower them for adulthood.
The reality is that the adolescent years are a vulnerable time for young adults as they begin to bridge the gap between childhood and adulthood. Adolescents impacted by behavioral health issues think, feel, and act in ways that are confusing to both them and family members. Families may experience breakdowns in communication and functioning, leading both parents and teens to feel hopeless and lost. Now is the time to reach out and talk to someone that understands. It is easier to build strong children than it is to fix broken adults. We are here to help your adolescent with their struggles and build on their strengths to empower them for adulthood.
Red Hawk Behavioral Health is a residential treatment center for adolescent girls, ages 12-17, who are experiencing future-impacting relational or emotional difficulties brought on by trauma. Limiting our care to 24 girls allows more attention to be given to each girl by our therapists and trained staff. An individualized therapeutic plan and focused care helps our residents move to a better place mentally and emotionally in a much shorter period of time, alleviating the difficulties they are currently experiencing in their lives. Our program helps each young woman find positive new ways to manage life’s obstacles and traumas that have strained their well-being and relationships in the past.
Red Hawk Behavioral Health is a residential treatment center for adolescent girls, ages 12-17, who are experiencing future-impacting relational or emotional difficulties brought on by trauma. Limiting our care to 24 girls allows more attention to be given to each girl by our therapists and trained staff. An individualized therapeutic plan and focused care helps our residents move to a better place mentally and emotionally in a much shorter period of time, alleviating the difficulties they are currently experiencing in their lives. Our program helps each young woman find positive new ways to manage life’s obstacles and traumas that have strained their well-being and relationships in the past.
Evolve Treatment Centers specializes in the treatment of adolescents ages 12-17 struggling with mental health, self harm, depression, addiction, anxiety, and/or behavioral issues. Our full continuum of care includes residential treatment centers, as well as outpatient partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP), which allow teens to live at home while attending treatment. Our hand-picked team of licensed clinical and medical professionals utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in conjunction with other evidence-based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Behavioral Activation to treat our teens. We teach our clients practical skills to improve emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and impulse control. Only serving up to six teens at any given time, we pride ourselves on our safe, accepting, individualized program where adolescents learn the skills necessary for sustainable recovery that lasts long after they leave our program.
Evolve Treatment Centers specializes in the treatment of adolescents ages 12-17 struggling with mental health, self harm, depression, addiction, anxiety, and/or behavioral issues. Our full continuum of care includes residential treatment centers, as well as outpatient partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP), which allow teens to live at home while attending treatment. Our hand-picked team of licensed clinical and medical professionals utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in conjunction with other evidence-based approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Behavioral Activation to treat our teens. We teach our clients practical skills to improve emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and impulse control. Only serving up to six teens at any given time, we pride ourselves on our safe, accepting, individualized program where adolescents learn the skills necessary for sustainable recovery that lasts long after they leave our program.
SoCal Empowered provides a comfortable, supportive, and unique family-like environment, allowing clients to establish genuine rapport and trust with a care team that is committed to helping each client understand their core issues in an individualized way. Dually accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission (JCAHO), SoCal Empowered integrates the highest levels of clinical care with various fun and physical activities, ensuring clients make the most of their treatment experience. Our attentive staff at SoCal Empowered is committed to helping clients understand their core emotional issues, identify their strengths, and move forward in their healing through growth, insight, and self-compassion.
SoCal Empowered provides a comfortable, supportive, and unique family-like environment, allowing clients to establish genuine rapport and trust with a care team that is committed to helping each client understand their core issues in an individualized way. Dually accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission (JCAHO), SoCal Empowered integrates the highest levels of clinical care with various fun and physical activities, ensuring clients make the most of their treatment experience. Our attentive staff at SoCal Empowered is committed to helping clients understand their core emotional issues, identify their strengths, and move forward in their healing through growth, insight, and self-compassion.
Anchored Tides Recovery is a comprehensive dual-diagnosis enhanced Huntington Beach rehab program designed specifically for women, by women. We offer various levels of addiction treatment services including a Women’s Partial Hospitalization Program, an Intensive Outpatient Program, an Outpatient Program, and an aftercare program. We believe that unaddressed trauma, mental health, and other issues that lead to relapse must be addressed in order to help women get into longer-lasting recovery. Our treatment approach incorporates evidence-based addiction treatment and dual diagnosis modalities while incorporating a programing geared toward the issues women face.
Anchored Tides Recovery is a comprehensive dual-diagnosis enhanced Huntington Beach rehab program designed specifically for women, by women. We offer various levels of addiction treatment services including a Women’s Partial Hospitalization Program, an Intensive Outpatient Program, an Outpatient Program, and an aftercare program. We believe that unaddressed trauma, mental health, and other issues that lead to relapse must be addressed in order to help women get into longer-lasting recovery. Our treatment approach incorporates evidence-based addiction treatment and dual diagnosis modalities while incorporating a programing geared toward the issues women face.
Are you struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and/or binge eating? Is an addiction, mood disorder, and/or anxiety disrupting your life and relationships? For almost 3 decades, Alternative Options Counseling Center has provided effective and compassionate treatment for adult and adolescent mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorders. We are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and have consistently met their highest level of accreditation. If you are struggling with longstanding or acute psychiatric issues, the cycle of addiction, or habitual disordered eating we can help you overcome your obstacles towards growth and wellness. We offer several programs to meet your needs, including Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and Outpatient services. The structure of our program enables us to customize our client's treatment schedule to meet their unique needs, allowing them to attend a combination of mental health, eating disorder, and/or substance abuse groups.
Are you struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and/or binge eating? Is an addiction, mood disorder, and/or anxiety disrupting your life and relationships? For almost 3 decades, Alternative Options Counseling Center has provided effective and compassionate treatment for adult and adolescent mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorders. We are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and have consistently met their highest level of accreditation. If you are struggling with longstanding or acute psychiatric issues, the cycle of addiction, or habitual disordered eating we can help you overcome your obstacles towards growth and wellness. We offer several programs to meet your needs, including Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and Outpatient services. The structure of our program enables us to customize our client's treatment schedule to meet their unique needs, allowing them to attend a combination of mental health, eating disorder, and/or substance abuse groups.
At Silver Lining Recovery we believe the healing process takes time. Our approach to recovery is four tier, Health, Home, Purpose, and Community. By creating a base for each individual to build on they can start their journey to a healthy and meaningful life. By offering a safe place to live, experienced staff (master level), and intimate setting every client can find their safe space to build a healthy community from.
At Silver Lining Recovery we believe the healing process takes time. Our approach to recovery is four tier, Health, Home, Purpose, and Community. By creating a base for each individual to build on they can start their journey to a healthy and meaningful life. By offering a safe place to live, experienced staff (master level), and intimate setting every client can find their safe space to build a healthy community from.
We are a private detox and drug rehab facility located in beautiful Huntington Beach, California. We offer inpatient medical detox and residential programs. Our team tailors your detox and drug rehab treatment to suit your needs because no one’s journey is the same.
We are a private detox and drug rehab facility located in beautiful Huntington Beach, California. We offer inpatient medical detox and residential programs. Our team tailors your detox and drug rehab treatment to suit your needs because no one’s journey is the same.
Located in Huntington Beach, also known as the famous Surf City USA. Sober Partners Network offers Luxury Accommodations and a world class clinical staff. While the setting is beautiful, it is our clinical staff that sets us apart. Each client is assigned a personal therapist and a Case Manager who works with each client to develop a customized treatment plan. Our goal is to prepare each client with the tools and support necessary for Long Term Sobriety. After the initial Detox phase our clients will begin to participate in FUN activities while not in therapy sessions. We absolutely insist on having fun. Our promote fun in sobriety because it truly is a better life and our clients will proceed to have a much more rewarding and successful life than ever before. Many of our Staff and the founders of Sober Partners have personally experienced Addiction and we truly Know how it feels. Not only the early cravings and the feelings of low self esteem but we have also gotten through it ourselves and now experience the benefits. We know how RECOVER because we did it ourselves. We have assembled a World Class Team and it shows.
Located in Huntington Beach, also known as the famous Surf City USA. Sober Partners Network offers Luxury Accommodations and a world class clinical staff. While the setting is beautiful, it is our clinical staff that sets us apart. Each client is assigned a personal therapist and a Case Manager who works with each client to develop a customized treatment plan. Our goal is to prepare each client with the tools and support necessary for Long Term Sobriety. After the initial Detox phase our clients will begin to participate in FUN activities while not in therapy sessions. We absolutely insist on having fun. Our promote fun in sobriety because it truly is a better life and our clients will proceed to have a much more rewarding and successful life than ever before. Many of our Staff and the founders of Sober Partners have personally experienced Addiction and we truly Know how it feels. Not only the early cravings and the feelings of low self esteem but we have also gotten through it ourselves and now experience the benefits. We know how RECOVER because we did it ourselves. We have assembled a World Class Team and it shows.
Huntington Beach Recovery Center offers all the tools you need to heal from your substance use disorder. With our help and support, you’ll be allowed to let go of past negative experiences and begin a new life free of drugs and alcohol. During your time at our residential treatment program in Huntington Beach CA, you will work on your recovery, develop healthy coping methods and discover the underlying reasons for your substance use. This way, you can build a life of meaning and purpose, which is the best way to protect your sobriety. During your stay, you will reside in a comfortable, upscale beach house with the latest amenities, including a modern kitchen, flat-screen television, fireplace, stone patio, and shared and private bedrooms. We want our clients to have all the things that make them comfortable so they can focus their energy on healing. As a private treatment center, we accept most PPO insurance plans. Each plan is different, so contact us today to determine your out-of-pocket costs. We also accept private pay options such as credit cards. We will work with you to make treatment affordable!
Huntington Beach Recovery Center offers all the tools you need to heal from your substance use disorder. With our help and support, you’ll be allowed to let go of past negative experiences and begin a new life free of drugs and alcohol. During your time at our residential treatment program in Huntington Beach CA, you will work on your recovery, develop healthy coping methods and discover the underlying reasons for your substance use. This way, you can build a life of meaning and purpose, which is the best way to protect your sobriety. During your stay, you will reside in a comfortable, upscale beach house with the latest amenities, including a modern kitchen, flat-screen television, fireplace, stone patio, and shared and private bedrooms. We want our clients to have all the things that make them comfortable so they can focus their energy on healing. As a private treatment center, we accept most PPO insurance plans. Each plan is different, so contact us today to determine your out-of-pocket costs. We also accept private pay options such as credit cards. We will work with you to make treatment affordable!
California Prime Recovery Rehab Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
We prioritize a balanced treatment approach encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual healing for our clients. Addressing substance use disorder and a spectrum of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, is central to our mission. We recognize the common co-occurrence of addiction and mental health conditions, emphasizing the importance of tailored diagnosis and treatment. Our individualized, person-centered approach ensures interventions and services align with each person's unique needs and preferences, integrating evidence-based programs like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to address substance use disorders comprehensively. Through personalized treatment plans, we aim to maximize successful outcomes, guiding individuals through every stage of recovery, whether transitioning between programs or progressing towards sober living. With unwavering commitment, we stand alongside our clients on their journey towards holistic healing and comprehensive recovery.
We prioritize a balanced treatment approach encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual healing for our clients. Addressing substance use disorder and a spectrum of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, is central to our mission. We recognize the common co-occurrence of addiction and mental health conditions, emphasizing the importance of tailored diagnosis and treatment. Our individualized, person-centered approach ensures interventions and services align with each person's unique needs and preferences, integrating evidence-based programs like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to address substance use disorders comprehensively. Through personalized treatment plans, we aim to maximize successful outcomes, guiding individuals through every stage of recovery, whether transitioning between programs or progressing towards sober living. With unwavering commitment, we stand alongside our clients on their journey towards holistic healing and comprehensive recovery.
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We understand when an individual makes the decision to get help they are, in that moment, faced with an internal battle. They are then standing at a crossroads, one which they may have not encountered before. We pride ourselves on honesty, transparency and pulling from our own experience. Here at Opus Health will never asking you to do anything we have not done ourselves. Our promise is to walk this path not only with you but with your family and loved ones. We are here as examples of hope that anyone can not just make it out but in fact thrive.
We understand when an individual makes the decision to get help they are, in that moment, faced with an internal battle. They are then standing at a crossroads, one which they may have not encountered before. We pride ourselves on honesty, transparency and pulling from our own experience. Here at Opus Health will never asking you to do anything we have not done ourselves. Our promise is to walk this path not only with you but with your family and loved ones. We are here as examples of hope that anyone can not just make it out but in fact thrive.
a TMS Health and Wellness, Psychiatry
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92605
TMS is now covered by most Insurances and Medicare. TMS Health and Wellness is the premier center for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS Therapy in Southern California. From the time that you are greeted by our team of professionals, through treatment and with any other care required, you will know why your health is central to our mission at TMS Health and Wellness. We invite you, your family members or those who care for you to be apart of the entire experience. Our team of experts include Psychiatrists, Family Practice Doctors as well as Therapists and other healthcare professionals from our affiliate TMS Wellness Group. www.tmshealthandwellness.com
TMS is now covered by most Insurances and Medicare. TMS Health and Wellness is the premier center for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS Therapy in Southern California. From the time that you are greeted by our team of professionals, through treatment and with any other care required, you will know why your health is central to our mission at TMS Health and Wellness. We invite you, your family members or those who care for you to be apart of the entire experience. Our team of experts include Psychiatrists, Family Practice Doctors as well as Therapists and other healthcare professionals from our affiliate TMS Wellness Group. www.tmshealthandwellness.com
IS YOUR SON CHOOSING VIDEO GAMES OVER LIFE? If so, your son is "Failing to Launch". Forte Strong is a Failure to Launch program specifically designed to give your son the independent living skills and confidence he needs to succeed in life and achieve independence in 6 months. We get your son off the couch, out of the house and ready to take on the world! Failure to launch syndrome is categorized by the inability of young adults to leave home and become independent. We use a proprietary and results based coaching method to neutralize anxiety and promote confidence, creating monumental changes within our students in a very short amount of time. In fact, it is common for parents to see marked improvement in just a few months. How we do it is simple; we only use what works. With over 18 years of combined experience, we've learned what is crucial for your son's development and we get right to work.
IS YOUR SON CHOOSING VIDEO GAMES OVER LIFE? If so, your son is "Failing to Launch". Forte Strong is a Failure to Launch program specifically designed to give your son the independent living skills and confidence he needs to succeed in life and achieve independence in 6 months. We get your son off the couch, out of the house and ready to take on the world! Failure to launch syndrome is categorized by the inability of young adults to leave home and become independent. We use a proprietary and results based coaching method to neutralize anxiety and promote confidence, creating monumental changes within our students in a very short amount of time. In fact, it is common for parents to see marked improvement in just a few months. How we do it is simple; we only use what works. With over 18 years of combined experience, we've learned what is crucial for your son's development and we get right to work.
Alcohol & Drug Detox Treatment | Akua Mind Body
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Akua OC Detox provides individualized treatment plans for adult men and women struggling with addiction, substance use disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Call us anytime, 24/7 for help: (657) 239-3989 - At AKUA Mind Body, we take a holistic approach, healing the mind and body through multiple levels of care for lasting recovery. Akua Treatment Programs: Detox Treatment Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Outpatient Online/Virtual Program Alumni Aftercare Program Integrative Treatment for: Primary Mental Health Disorders Substance Abuse Disorder Co-Occurring Disorders First Responders Treatment Locations Near Me: Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks serving the greater Sacramento area. Most HMO and PPO Insurance Accepted. Not in network with Medi-Cal or Medicare. Call our admissions team anytime, 24/7: (657) 239-3989
Akua OC Detox provides individualized treatment plans for adult men and women struggling with addiction, substance use disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Call us anytime, 24/7 for help: (657) 239-3989 - At AKUA Mind Body, we take a holistic approach, healing the mind and body through multiple levels of care for lasting recovery. Akua Treatment Programs: Detox Treatment Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Outpatient Online/Virtual Program Alumni Aftercare Program Integrative Treatment for: Primary Mental Health Disorders Substance Abuse Disorder Co-Occurring Disorders First Responders Treatment Locations Near Me: Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks serving the greater Sacramento area. Most HMO and PPO Insurance Accepted. Not in network with Medi-Cal or Medicare. Call our admissions team anytime, 24/7: (657) 239-3989
Alcohol & Drug Detox Treatment | Akua Mind & Body
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
AKUA Mind & Body provides multiple levels of care for adult men and women struggling with a mental health disorder, a substance abuse disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Treatment Programs: Detox Treatment Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Outpatient Online/Virtual Program Alumni Aftercare Program Integrative Treatment for: Primary Mental Health Disorders Substance Abuse Disorder Co-Occurring Disorders. Most HMO and PPO Insurances Accepted. Not in network with Medi-Cal or Medicare. Call our admissions 24/7.
AKUA Mind & Body provides multiple levels of care for adult men and women struggling with a mental health disorder, a substance abuse disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Treatment Programs: Detox Treatment Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Outpatient Online/Virtual Program Alumni Aftercare Program Integrative Treatment for: Primary Mental Health Disorders Substance Abuse Disorder Co-Occurring Disorders. Most HMO and PPO Insurances Accepted. Not in network with Medi-Cal or Medicare. Call our admissions 24/7.
Akua San Diego Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Akua Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the opening of our newest outpatient facility to serve the behavioral health needs of the San Diego community. Akua Strong is known for quality evidenced-based programming and exceptional clinical staff, offering quality mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Akua Strong San Diego provides Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that caters to individuals with substance use disorder, mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Strong provides each client with the structure, accountability, and community they need for successful recovery, with the flexibility and comfort of staying in their own homes or supportive housing.
Akua Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the opening of our newest outpatient facility to serve the behavioral health needs of the San Diego community. Akua Strong is known for quality evidenced-based programming and exceptional clinical staff, offering quality mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Akua Strong San Diego provides Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that caters to individuals with substance use disorder, mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Strong provides each client with the structure, accountability, and community they need for successful recovery, with the flexibility and comfort of staying in their own homes or supportive housing.
Are you or a loved one suffering from an unhealthy addiction to technology? Let us help. While we can't reclaim the time lost to computer excesses, we can help you move forward toward a richer, fuller life. Our treatment and intensive outpatient programs guide you back towards a life consistent with valued relationships, education, career, health, and personal/spiritual growth. We have been helping reclaim lives lost to technology addiction and abuse for nearly 20 years.
Are you or a loved one suffering from an unhealthy addiction to technology? Let us help. While we can't reclaim the time lost to computer excesses, we can help you move forward toward a richer, fuller life. Our treatment and intensive outpatient programs guide you back towards a life consistent with valued relationships, education, career, health, and personal/spiritual growth. We have been helping reclaim lives lost to technology addiction and abuse for nearly 20 years.
Destinations For Teens- Hatteras Residential Home
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92605
Since 2012, Destinations For Teens has treated thousands of teens and their families lead a life in recovery by utilizing skills learned while in treatment. Our organization’s foundation revolves around the commitment to meeting teenagers and their families during their time of need while providing structure, support and the education necessary for long-term success. Our individualized treatment plans are carefully designed to help teens of all genders identities – ages 12 to 17 years old Many of the teens who come to us struggle with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Identity Issues, OCD, Trauma, Substance Use, Self Harm, Suicide Ideation and other mental health conditions that interfere with everyday life preventing them from succeeding to their fullest potential… Destinations believes in treatment accessibility and are able to provide this to families as demonstrated by being a certified Tricare provider and in-network with most major insurance providers. All of our programs are designed to deliver immediate support by utilizing a variety of techniques such as evidence based therapies, peer support, psychoeducation, mindfulness and other creative art therapies.
Since 2012, Destinations For Teens has treated thousands of teens and their families lead a life in recovery by utilizing skills learned while in treatment. Our organization’s foundation revolves around the commitment to meeting teenagers and their families during their time of need while providing structure, support and the education necessary for long-term success. Our individualized treatment plans are carefully designed to help teens of all genders identities – ages 12 to 17 years old Many of the teens who come to us struggle with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Identity Issues, OCD, Trauma, Substance Use, Self Harm, Suicide Ideation and other mental health conditions that interfere with everyday life preventing them from succeeding to their fullest potential… Destinations believes in treatment accessibility and are able to provide this to families as demonstrated by being a certified Tricare provider and in-network with most major insurance providers. All of our programs are designed to deliver immediate support by utilizing a variety of techniques such as evidence based therapies, peer support, psychoeducation, mindfulness and other creative art therapies.
Our ideal client is someone who wants to really change from the inside out, someone who is eager to learn and willing to do whatever it takes to change their life by utilizing our Intensive outpatient services and therapy to truly Thrive!
Our ideal client is someone who wants to really change from the inside out, someone who is eager to learn and willing to do whatever it takes to change their life by utilizing our Intensive outpatient services and therapy to truly Thrive!
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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.