ADHD

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for ADHD is a structured, goal-oriented psychotherapy approach focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It helps patients develop strategies to manage ADHD symptoms effectively. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has emerged as a pivotal approach to managing ADHD. This therapy focuses not just on the disorder itself but on the secondary struggles that come with it – like low self-esteem, anxiety, and chronic disorganization. About 3 in 10 children with ADHD had anxiety. So, what is cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD?  In this article, you will discover what cognitive behavioral therapy is and how it is helpful when treating ADHD. What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ADHD? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for ADHD is a tailored form of therapy specifically designed to address the challenges of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.  Unlike traditional CBT, which addresses a broad range of mental health issues, …

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October is ADHD Awareness Month, and the best way to participate is to learn more about the ADHD and co-occurring conditions that often accompany the disorder. ADHD is treatable and easy to manage with the help of a mental health team, including a psychiatrist and therapist. Sharing education on ADHD helps reduce the stigma about getting proper treatment. The more you understand it, the better you can help yourself or someone you know seek help. What is ADHD? ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which can appear in three ways: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, or a combination. To be diagnosed with ADHD, you must meet the criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM5). The requirements include the following: Inattention For someone to have attention deficits, they must have symptoms for at least six months. For children 16 and younger, they must have …

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Reports claim attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may co-occur with bipolar disorder (BD). In a study of over 650,000 participants, researchers found one in thirteen adults with ADHD also had bipolar disorder. They also found that one in six adults with bipolar disorder had ADHD. Another study suggests up to 80% of children with bipolar disorder also have ADHD. Statistics prove that when someone is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, they should also be evaluated for ADHD and vice versa. To better understand how often they co-occur, you must learn more about each condition separately. What is ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder was once diagnosable as either attention deficit disorder (ADD), with or without hyperactivity. Today, they are listed as one condition in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM5). There are three subtypes of ADHD, including: Primarily Inattentive Primarily Hyperactive and Impulsive Combined ADHD is a …

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