Treatment is individual
There is no single treatment plan for everyone with ADHD. A qualified prescriber or clinician may discuss medication, psychological therapies, coaching, adjustments and practical routines according to the individual’s needs.
Treatment decisions should take account of health history, other conditions, goals and personal preferences.
Medication
Medication may be considered by an appropriately qualified prescriber and requires individual discussion, monitoring and review. It is not suitable for everyone and can have side effects or interactions.
Never start, stop or change prescribed medication based on general information online.
Therapy, coaching and practical support
Therapies may help people work with unhelpful patterns, emotional impact or co-occurring difficulties. Coaching can focus on planning, task initiation, accountability and building sustainable systems.
Workplace or education adjustments, supportive relationships, movement, sleep routines and environmental changes may also be valuable parts of a wider plan.
For children and families
Support can involve parents, carers and education settings, with approaches tailored to a child’s developmental stage and needs. Any medication discussion should be led by a specialist prescriber.
An assessment is a starting point for informed conversations, not a guarantee of a particular treatment.