Treatments do not cure ADHD, but they can relieve symptoms. Once a patient has been diagnosed with ADHD there are two options for treatment available. One option is medication, and that includes non-stimulants and stimulants. Stimulants are the most commonly prescribed medication for people with ADHD because they have the opposite affect on their brain, which causes them to become more calm. The other option for treatment is psychotherapy, more specifically behavioral therapy. This kind of therapy helps not only the patient, but his or her family in coping with everyday struggles. “The best results occur when a team approach is used, with teachers, parents, and therapists or physicians working together.” (Mayo Clinic)
