ADHD Medication Considerations

Series Summary

Fifty to sixty-six percent of children who have ADHD will continue to have the disorder as adults. Adults with ADHD face unique problems in the home, workplace and their personal lives. ADHD is often found alongside substance abuse, depression and some learning disorders. The mental health community continues to grow in its understanding of and ability to treat adults with ADHD.

For those adults that have been diagnosed with ADHD, a lifetime of medications can seem like a terrifying thought. However, the effects of the disorder require some form of management. But, this doesn't mean that you have to succumb to the medication route. Our expert, Taylor Smith, has been living with ADHD all her life, and she has found some ways to minimize the symptom of the disorder. Simple things, like the intake of caffeine and sugar, can help with ADHD. Also, learn how meditation, exercise, organization, and therapy can help. If you have a hard time sleeping or eating, Taylor gives tips for helping you cope. So, if you have ADHD, don't think that medication is the answer! Learn how to cope with ADHD without the use of drugs.

Video Transcript

"Hi, we're going to talk today about managing your Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder without the use of drugs. And we're going to assume that you've been diagnosed by a proper physician with having, as having ADHD. And that you are currently under treatment by this doctor for ADHD or any other conditions you may have. Depression, anxiety, etc, that affect your ADHD. Its not everybody's want to start taking medication when they have ADHD, and there are any number of things, that a person, whether they are taking medication or not can do to help alleviate ADHD symptoms and learn to live with some of the complications that this disorder can cause. Again, whatever you do in terms of your personal health care and the care of your ADHD, its always best to consult your physician before making any major changes. And of course if you want to discontinue your ADHD medication, I feel it is imperative you do so under the guidance of your doctor. "