ADHD is a mental
health condition in a person consisting of several symptoms such as impulsive
behavior, hyperactivity and attention deficit problem. This can further result
in several issues such as low self-esteem, poor performance at school or work
and trouble in maintaining relationships.
Even though the
disorder is named adult ADHD, the symptoms of the disorder can be seen in early
childhood which carries on to develop in adulthood. In some cases, the symptoms
of adult ADHD might not be clear like in kids. An adult might face problem in
paying attention, feel fidgety and impetuous. There are several other disorders
that may take place together with ADHD like anxiety disorders, mood disorders, learning
disabilities, psychiatric disorders.
Even though
there are no known causes of ADHD, but there are quite a few factors that might
be involved in the development of the disorder such as:
- Environmental factors
- Genetics
- Premature birth
- Developmental problems
ADHD Symptoms
The symptoms of ADHD
depend on the person's age. Most of the time persons with ADHD are not aware of
the disorder in themselves. The symptoms of ADHD include:
- Difficulty in organizing and prioritizing things
- Impulsiveness and restlessness
- Difficulty on focusing on work and completing tasks
- Mood swings
- Difficulty in multitasking things
- Difficulty in managing stress
- Short temper
ADHD
Diagnosis
Diagnosing ADHD
is hard as its symptoms are same as other conditions. Several adults with ADHD
also experience depression and anxiety. But, ADHD can be diagnosed if these signs
are harsh and cause issues in daily life. There is no specialized test to verify
it, but, the diagnosis procedure includes:
- Gathering information about family and personal medical
background as well as present medical state
- Physical Examination
- Psychological tests
ADHD
Treatment
The treatment
for ADHD comprises education, psychological counseling, medication and training.
The combination of these treatment assists in reliving the symptoms of ADHD.
Medications
Stimulants, such
as amphetamine or methylphenidate are most frequently recommended for the
treatment of ADHD. These stimulants assist in boosting and balancing brain
chemicals levels known as neurotransmitters.
Other
medications that are used to treat ADHD are atomoxetine in addition to
antidepressants for instance, bupropion and others.
Psychological
counseling
It helps in:
- Decreasing the impulsive disorder
- Augmenting self-esteem
- Learning about methods to improve relationships
Serial
entrepreneur converted investor; Mr. HadarSwersky is the founder of Smart Box Capital and the author of “Winning
in business with ADHD. Hadar Swersky says that these treatments can help in
improving the symptoms of ADHD.