https://click4r.com/posts/g/18696643/a-look-at-the-future-what-is-the-treating-add-in-adults-industry-look ADHD Treatments For Adults Adults can benefit from the same therapies as children. These treatments include counseling, medication (psychotherapy) as well as life skills training. These treatments may consist of a combination. Stimulant Medications These medications work by increasing the amount of certain brain chemicals that help control attention and self-regulation. They include methylphenidate, available under the brand names Ritalin and Concerta and stimulants from the amphetamine family, such as lisdexamphetamine, which is known by the brand name Adderall and Vyvanse. are drugs that stimulate the body's systems and may cause higher mental alertness and increased physical activity. They include legal substances such as caffeine (added to coffee and tea) and nicotine, as well as prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) as well as narcolepsy and hyperactivity. In large doses, stimulants can result in over-stimulation and cause anxiety, heart palpitations, high blood pressure as well as paranoia and aggression. Long-term use of stimulants can cause the dopamine system in the brain to malfunction and decrease feelings of pleasure. The stimulants are available in pills, liquids, or patches that are applied to the skin. Methamphetamines, cocaine, and amphetamines are stimulants which can be purchased illegally and abused. These medications are also called central nervous system stimulants. They work by increasing certain chemicals in the brain which improve concentration, reduce tiredness and increase alertness. They are the first line of treatment for adults suffering from ADD or ADHD. The medications are available in a morning-only formula or in longer-acting formulations that remain active throughout the day, such as the methylphenidate and lisdexamfetamine. The health care team might also recommend psychosocial interventions suc