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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Brandon J. Welch

The Most Effective Treatments for ADHD...
1.) Psychotherapy
2.) Medication
3.) Neurofeedback Therapy

Psychotherapy

What is Psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is the term for treating problems that occur mentally.

Psychotherapy is also called therapy, talk therapy, counseling, and psychosocial therapy.

How does psychotherapy help people?

Patients learn explanations and how to better their situations.

Psychotherapy can also lead patients into healthy actions.

Neurofeedback Therapy

What is neurofeedback therapy?

A method of teaching used to help patients alter their physical and psychological state.

During this process brain waves are monitored using equipment that shows real time feedback.

How does neurofeedback therapy help people?

Patients learn to control their brain activity effectively.

Medication

What medications are used to treat ADHD?

Stimulants

Non-stimulants

How does medications help people with ADHD?

Stimulants help those with ADHD to focus their thoughts and ignore distractions.

Non-stimulants help to control concentration.