I have Attention Deficit Disorder. I've had it my whole life, and I've finally come to realize that it may be the reason why I'm struggling so much in my senior year of college.
I've been on medications for ADD for over a decade, but I feel like it's not enough anymore, even with the heavy dosage I'm taking.
I've heard you can get a personal coach or therapist who teaches you how to manage your ADD without medications. Is that true or is it a scam?
Please help me out, Flood.
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For mental health issues, often times a singular solution is not viable for everyone. For some, just medication might suffice (for that matter it may take a while to find the right medication). Others coaching and training. And for some combinations of the two may be effective. ADD can be a bit tricky given the nature of the disorder. In my psychology studies though, I found myself to take rather humanistic approaches and firmly believe that with the right motivation and guidance, most things can be overcome without medication. I suggest exploring your options. It's not a scam, it just may or may not be the right solution for you.