Treatments for ADHD

Adult ADHD can be effectively managed through a combination of behavioural therapy or coaching, medication (stimulant or non-stimulant), and lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and mindfulness. These treatments don’t cure ADHD but help reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. A major NIMH study showed that combining medication with behavioural therapy is significantly more effective than either alone.

The following are some of the treatments that we use at the ADHD Centre, which have all been proven to help treat ADHD successfully:

Treatments We Provide

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ADHD Medications

Around 80% of adults with ADHD will significantly benefit from just taking medication alone. The benefits are usually quick and quite considerable. Some individuals describe medication treatment as the difference between “Night and Day.”

However, you should understand that medication does not cure ADHD, but rather treats the underlying symptoms in the short term making it easier to focus and get on with tasks or activities that you might have previously struggled with. Medications need to be taken regularly and safely to be effective.

Prior to staring ADHD medications, you may be required to undergo some baseline investigations.

It is important to monitor blood pressure, weight and pulse while taking medications.

Stimulant Medications

Most common type. These
increase dopamine and
norepinephrine levels to boost
focus and attention.

Non-Stimulant Medications

Alternative for those who do
not respond well to stimulants.
They work gradually but can
still be effective.

Medications

Behavioural Therapy and Coaching

The ADHD Centre has developed a unique coaching programme specifically designed to help people strengthen their executive functioning. The programme uses a combination of ADHD specific Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Strength Based Positive Psychology Coaching to enable clients to discover and work towards specific, measured and time bound goals.

The programme includes the following:

Psycho-education about the ADHD brain.
Effective use of rewards and consequences to develop and also maintain internal levels of motivation.
Strength-based recovery model using positive psychology for anxiety management as well as the progressive development of authentic self-esteem.
Specific, process-based and time-bound goal setting.

You will learn and develop tools and strategies that will improve your focus and your awareness of the passage of time. By cultivating a close and collaborative partnership with your ADHD Coach you will gradually learn how to incorporate more structure, focus and purpose into your life. You can then tap into a greater sense of agency and control for your future.

Here are some of the key benefits that our clients typically report as a result of ADHD coaching:

Greater ability to manage impulsive behaviour patterns
Learning to ignore potential distractions
Being more able to maintain focus at work
Regulating sleep pattern
Getting and remaining on top of your paperwork and finances
Enhanced decision-making abilities
Developing better relationships in personal and professional life

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Diet and Exercise

Exercise

Exercise also helps to increase the release of endorphins, which are often referred to as the “feel-good hormone.” This has a positive effect on mood.

You can aim for a minimum of 30-40 minutes of activity a day for four or five days a week and ensure that the exercise is moderately intense. This implies that during your workout:

You should sweat
Your heart rate increases
Your muscles feel tired
You breathe harder and faster

If you are having some issues with attention span, then consider these points to help you stay on course:

Make the exercise enjoyable by switching the types of exercise.
Get a workout buddy to help you stay on track.
Exercise first thing in the morning before taking your medication if it fits your schedule.

Good Diet

Embracing a good ADHD diet program involves consuming foods that will serve as brain food. Certain foods can impact energy and concentration levels and this means that certain choices may also be better for individuals with ADHD. According to some research, following specific diets like elimination diets, the Mediterranean diet and the Few Foods diet could play a significant role in managing ADHD. Some of the foods that can help to keep your energy as well as blood sugar levels stable and improve concentration include:

Foods rich in protein – eggs, fish and shellfish, nuts, meat and poultry products, beans and lentils.
Complex Carbohydrates – brown rice, fruits, beans and lentils, vegetables, whole-grain bread and pasta.
Vitamins and minerals – There are studies linking ADHD with low levels of some micronutrients such as magnesium, vitamin D, zinc, iron, and vitamin B-6. Here are some of the kinds of foods that you can find these nutrients in:
C – almonds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds and spinach
Iron – kidney beans, beef, liver and tofu
Vitamin D – Beef liver, fortified foods, fatty fish, and egg yolks
Zinc – Shellfish, nuts, meat, and beans
Omega-3 fatty acids –chia seeds, walnuts, flax seeds, fatty fish like tuna and salmon.
Vitamin B-6: Fish, potatoes, peanuts and eggs

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Equip yourself with practical tools and strategies to help your child thrive with ADHD. Our 6-video course, led by expert Alexandra Loewe, offers real- life insights to support your child’s unique neurodiverse needs, and help them flourish.

Learn how to:

Identify your child’s emotional needs
Support and develop their executive functions
Build skills for calmer, more connected interactions
Increase your confidence in managing ADHD behaviours
Create a resource toolkit to help symptom management

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ADHD Essential Mindfulness Course

This course, led by ADHD & Mindfulness Coach Alexandra Loewe (BMus, MA, DipTCA), consists of six mindfulness practices, helping participants manage and overcome ADHD symptoms. Try the first lesson for free or sign up now.

Learn how to:

Curb your impulsivity
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Improve your working memory
Plan and organise tasks properly

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