Focus Adhd Medications
A type of talk therapy that focuses on changing the way people think about situations appears to help adults with ADHD work more effectively. A study published in the latest issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association found that 12 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy helped patients become more organized and less distracted in their lives. Researchers say cognitive behavioral therapy may be a good next step for adults who take ADHD medications but still find themselves...
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