ADD / ADHD - Treatment Options for Teens

There are a variety of ADD and ADHD treatment options available to cope with this disorder. Examine the following list and decide which ADD/ADHD treatment works best for you and your teen.

Talking to Your Doctor

Communicating with your child’s doctor is an important part in the diagnosis and treatment of ADD/ADHD. By talking to your child’s doctor openly, you allow him or her to provide you with the best ADD/ADHD treatment possible.
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Non-prescripion Alternatives

In response to many side effects and warning issued for prescription medications, many parents are now turning to alternaitve solutions that may help to relieve some symptoms of ADD/ADHD. Some of these alternatives contain supplemental vitamins and minerals, while others contain herbal constituents that are commonly and clinicaly known to help naturally medicate ADD/ADHD. Adults and children involved in clinical trials have shown positive improvement when supplementing their diets with natural constituents like Bacopa, Acetylcarnitine, Lemon Balm, Hyperforin, Magnesium and Zinc.
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Behavioral Therapy

Behavioral therapy helps to weaken the connections between troublesome situations and the habitual reactions to them. CBT teaches that reactions common to ADD/ADHD such as fear, anxiety, depression, anger, and self-damaging behavior can be controlled. Behavioral therapy can teach your teen how to calm his or her mind and body, so he or she can feel better, think more clearly, and make better decisions. For teens between the ages of 14- 19 parental involvement and guidance in the therapy is strongly encouraged.
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Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive therapy, working in tandem with behavior therapy, helps teens (and parents) identify how certain thinking patterns may cause symptoms by giving a distorted picture of what's going on in your child’s life, and making him or her feel anxious, depressed or angry for no apparent reason, or provoking him or her into negative actions. Resolving the cognitive aspect of ADD/ADHD can mean improved interaction with others and a more positive outlook on life.
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ADHD Reading List and Literary Reference

Literary therapy incorporates books, articles, and other research materials into the process of healing. By gathering information about ADD/ADHD, parents can acquire in-depth knowledge about their child’s problems. This knowledge provides the essential tools for controlling and resolving your teens issues. There is an extensive amount of information available from a wide range of perspectives. Many books can be checked out from a local library, and most internet information is presented free of charge.
For a list of ADHD reading resources, click here.

Talk Therapy

Talk therapy involves the idea of healing through communication. Talking to friends, family members, or a therapist can help to find support for those dealing with ADD/ADHD. Communication comes naturally to humans, and the simple act of discussing one’s problems can be extremely helpful in the healing process.
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Modern Medication Treatment Reference

A modern medication reference is a comprehensive guide to the prescription drugs available to treat ADD/ADHD. There are several types of Attention Deficit Disorder medications currently available. This reference allows one to learn about the types of medication, the symptoms treated, and the potential side effects of modern prescriptions when used for ADD/ADHD treatment.
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