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Diagnosing and Managing Adult Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

In my practice of therapeutic counseling psychology, I meet various clients with different behavioral challenges. I came across a client, who self-diagnose with ADHD, became worried of how the condition was affecting her behavior and general performance. I made the client understand that ADHD is a normal condition that can be handled and there was no reason to worry. After a series of behavioral therapies and medication, things would be normal. I encouraged her that she would need to take her medication seriously even after undergoing behavioral therapy sessions. 

I took the adult self-report scale to determine if I demonstrate the symptoms of ADHD. The results indicated normal behavior. However, I would employee various techniques had I tested positive for the condition. For instance, I would develop structure and neat habits and strive to keep them. Breaking tasks into manageable units also helps in the management of the condition (Ohnishi, Kobayashi, Yajima, Koyama & Noguchi, 2019). Consistent taking of stimulants such as methylphenidate is one of the most recommended medications means of addressing the symptoms of the illness. I would also take antidepressants such as bupropion as alternative medical means to manage the condition.

I would conduct normal routine management behavior such as learning how to reduce impulse behavior, developing better problem solving skills, and I would learn ways to improve on how I relate with my family and colleagues (Gnanavel, Sharma, Kaushal & Hussain, 2019). Nonetheless, it is important to develop strategies of controlling one’s temper and improve self-esteem. Learning how to cope with the past social failures enhances the illness management process.