https://www.thehomeautomationhub.com/members/smellplanet5/activity/679717/ ADHD Treatments For Adults Adults are able to benefit from the same treatments that children receive. These treatments include counseling, medication (psychotherapy) as well as life skills training. They can also involve the combination of these treatments. Stimulant Medications These drugs work by increasing the availability of certain brain chemicals that help control attention and self-regulation. They include methylphenidate sold as Ritalin and Concerta, and stimulants in the amphetamine family such as lisdexamphetamine. This is marketed under the brand name Adderall and Vyvanse. Stimulant Medications Stimulants are substances that boost the body's systems and may result in greater levels of alertness in the mind and greater physical activity. They include legal substances such as caffeine (added in tea and coffee) nicotine, prescription drugs that treat attention deficit disorder (ADD) as well as narcolepsy and hyperactivity. In large doses, stimulants can create over-stimulation, which can cause anxiety heart palpitations, hypertension, aggression and paranoia. For some long-term, usage of stimulants can harm the the brain's dopamine system, which can decrease pleasure-seeking feelings. Stimulants can be taken in pill form, liquids or patches that can be applied to the skin. Methamphetamines, cocaine, and amphetamines are stimulants which can be purchased illegally and used to abuse. The medications in this class are also called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. They work by increasing the quantity of certain chemicals in the brain that improve concentration, decrease fatigue, and improve alertness. They are the first line of treatment for adults with ADD or ADHD. These medications can be a formula that acts quickly that is taken in the morning, or a longer-acting medicine that remains active throughout the duration of the day. Examples include Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) or methy