Question
How to Treat ADHD Effectively? In recent times, I have often felt restless and find my condition quite severe. I lack patience while doing tasks. After undergoing a check-up, I was diagnosed with ADHD. I want to know the best way to treat it.
Answer
Behavioral therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy are the two main methods for treating ADHD. Behavioral therapy works through the principles of operant conditioning, promptly or positively reinforcing the patient’s behavior to learn appropriate social skills and replace inappropriate behavior patterns with new, effective ones. Cognitive-behavioral therapy primarily addresses the patient’s impulsive issues, teaching them how to solve problems, recognize whether their behavior is appropriate, and choose appropriate actions. For children with ADHD, parents can develop a consistent schedule, establish clear reward and punishment rules, do not allow problem behaviors to go unchecked, and let them complete their assignments in a quiet personal space, reducing distractions from projects.