ADHD treatment without medication: What are my options?

Understood Explains

There are many ways to treat ADHD without medication — or in addition to medication. Learn about a wide range of ADHD treatments, from therapy to free apps and tools. Host Dr. Roberto Olivardia also talks about social and workplace supports. Listen as he answers common questions, like whether diet or supplements can help with ADHD.

For more resources, including a transcript formatted for easy skimming, visit the episode page on Understood.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:51) Can ADHD be treated without medication?

(01:54) What is cognitive behavior therapy?

(04:19) What are some common coping mechanisms for treating ADHD?

(05:53) How can social supports help with ADHD?

(07:53) How can assistive technology help with ADHD?

(08:43) Should I change my diet or take supplements to help with ADHD?

(09:41) What about workplace accommodations for ADHD?

(10:31) Key takeaways, next episode, and credits

Related resources:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy: What is CBT?
• 8 common myths about ADHD
• 5 oddly specific ADHD strategies that help me work
• How to ask for a workplace accommodation
• The Scientific Method: Can 'color sound' help us get things done?

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