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7. Find Professional Treatment
If another year has gone by with ADHD continuing as a powerfully negative force, it might be time for professional treatment. Even if previous attempts at treatment did not yield the results that you were hoping for, another attempt could make all the difference.
Mental health treatment is full of tremendous variability. The results from one medication or one therapist will not indicate the results from another medication or another therapist. Professionals can assess your goals and provide interventions and strategies that are well-suited to your situations, strengths, and abilities.
Additionally, ADHD treatment options continue to evolve meaning that new methods may be used now that were not available previously.
ADHD therapy for adults may include the use of medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, simple lifestyle changes, and practicing mindfulness.
