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Treatment For ADHD Psychosocial therapy is the primary treatment for add. The medications can include stimulants such as amphetamine and methylphenidate, and non-stimulants such as atomoxetine, clonidine, guanfacine and viloxazine. Stimulant medication should not be used by patients who have active substance abuse issues, however they are a possibility for those who are in stable in remission. Combination therapy using antidepressants, particularly SSRIs, is an alternative option. Stimulants Stimulants boost the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in brain synapses. This improves concentration and reduces the intensity of impulses and hyperactivity. The majority of doctors prescribe medications from the stimulant class to treat ADHD. They might prescribe methylphenidate (Concerta, Ritalin) or amphetamines which are similar medicines. The type prescribed will depend on the person's individual biochemistry and how well they react to the drug. It may take up to seven days for the full effects of a medication to be apparent. Improved concentration, better memory, improved sleep, and a decrease in impulsivity are all signs that the medicine is working. The medicines in this class may have adverse effects, including reduced appetite and difficulty sleeping, and they can increase heart rate and blood pressure. Certain people with a medical condition like high blood pressure or heart disease, should not take these medications. The stimulants have a high risk for abuse and are tightly controlled drugs. Only paediatricians or psychiatrists or in certain cases general practitioners, are able to prescribe stimulants. They are available in the form of pills or tablets or patches that go on the skin, or in liquids. Children and adolescents who take stimulants often suffer from weight loss and appetite problems. When add and treatment is excessive, they could also develop tics. In this case the doctor will lower the dose to stop the symptoms from getting worse. About 70-80% children and adults with ADHD are treated with stimulant drugs. A majority of children and young adults find that their symptoms improve through treatment. This is particularly relevant for children with parents, teachers or caregivers who observe improvements. Early use of stimulants can lower the risk of developing addiction disorders later in life. Wilens Katusic, Wilens colleagues81,82 and Biederman, et al83 discovered that treatment with stimulants reduces the risk of substance addiction disorders during adolescence. However this protective effect fades as we enter early adulthood.