Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is not something that just affects children. Additionally, if you were diagnosed or had symptoms of ADHD/ADD when you were a child, there is a good chance you have carried the symptoms into adulthood. Having said this, even if you were not diagnosed as a child, you can still be affected as an adult.

Prior to the 1990’s, ADD/ADHD was not widely recognized and few people were aware of its effects. Adults balance many things, including family, personal time, work, etc. All of these things can be interrupted and hard to focus on when struggling with ADD/ADHD.

Adults with ADD/ADHD often experience different symptoms than children with ADD/ADHD do. Some signs of adult ADD/ADHD include difficulty staying focused and paying attention to detail. Adults with ADD/ADHD often find themselves zoning out, becoming distracted, having difficulty listening to others, struggling to complete tasks, overlooking important details, and having a hard time remembering conversations. Adults who suffer from ADD/ADHD often can have problems managing anxiety, have difficulty controlling anger, experience highs and lows or depression, exhibit impulsive or risky behavior, get easily frustrated or bored, and have relationship problems.

It is harder to diagnosis adults who suffer from ADD/ADHD. It is easier for those who were diagnosed as children because a doctor can tailor and provide a treatment plan that is better for your life. However, even if adults were not diagnosed as children, their doctor will want to know a lot about their childhood and may run some tests.

Treatment for adult ADD/ADHD may include medication, counseling, behavioral therapy, or a combination of all three. For more information about treating ADD/ADHD, contact Solace Counseling. We can create a custom treatment plan for you and get you started on managing and controlling your symptoms.