ADHD TREATMENT IN TENNESSEE FOR ADULTS

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What is Adult ADHD?

Adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) begins in childhood, and the individual finds that the symptoms continue after they become an adult. Many people who have childhood ADHD are not given a proper diagnosis, so they don’t realize they have the disorder until they are grown.

About 2-5% of Adults Experience ADHD Worldwide

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Worldwide, approximately 2%–5% of adults experience attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.”

Symptoms of adult ADHD may differ somewhat from the childhood type, but most of them are similar. Adults with ADHD find it difficult to stay focused and organized, and this often impacts their careers or education. 

Signs and Symptoms of Adult ADHD

ADHD symptoms can be confusing, so how does someone know when they need treatment? Anyone experiencing the following signs and symptoms should ask their doctor or a mental health expert for an assessment:

• Difficulty staying focused on a task or conversation
• Easily distracted
• Jumping from one topic to another while talking to someone
• Interrupting others
• Talking excessively
• Difficulty being organized
• Fidgeting 
• Unusual amounts of energy
• Unable to sit or stand still for long

Tennessee ADHD Treatment Programs 

Part of what makes our ADHD treatment in Tennessee for adults successful is that we offer several different levels of care, including the following:

• Residential Inpatient: The individual lives in our comfortable and nurturing facility while receiving continuous care around the clock. This works well for people with severe ADHD symptoms.
• Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): Each person attends therapy sessions several hours per day on weekdays.
• Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): Each person attends therapy sessions for a few hours per day on three to five days a week.
• Outpatient Program (OP): Our lowest level of care provides therapy sessions one or two times per week.
• Supportive Mental Health Housing: Those who need supportive and safe housing while attending outpatient treatment can take advantage of our partnership with this type of housing.
• Virtual Treatment: If attending in-person treatment is not an option due to family responsibilities or transportation issues, our virtual and telehealth options provide access to the care you need.

How Do I Know I Need ADHD Treatment?

Sometimes people with adult ADHD write off their symptoms as a sign they are just disorganized or have more energy than others. Their physician can give them a referral to a mental health counselor who can provide an extensive assessment to determine if they have ADHD. The clinician will ask questions related to the person’s symptoms and how they affect their personal and professional lives. 

ADHD and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders

Children with ADHD often have a co-occurring mental health disorder, such as anxiety, depression, or oppositional defiance disorder. If these dual diagnoses go undetected, it complicates their ability to do well in treatment. If the ADHD and co-occurring disorders continue into adulthood, it also makes it difficult to find the right ADHD treatment in Tennessee for adults. Programs like Time Wellness Tennessee treat a multitude of mental illnesses, making it ideal for people who have ADHD and other disorders.

How is Adult ADHD Treated in Tennessee?

Adult ADHD is treated through the use of different types of therapy. These include both traditional talk therapy and holistic therapy, both of which can be done one-on-one with a therapist or as part of group therapy. ADHD also typically responds well to the use of FDA-approved medications. 

What to Expect During Treatment at Time Wellness

People who attend our residential adult ADHD treatment stay in a modern and tastefully decorated place designed to meet their needs for treatment and a safe place to live temporarily. Those who attend our outpatient programs will travel to our facility for their therapy sessions and then return to their homes or supportive housing. Our experienced therapists help people set and meet their treatment goals during their time with us.

Why Time Wellness?

Too many treatment programs don’t see their clients as the individuals they are, and provide stale, cookie-cutter care. Time Wellness takes the time to get to know each person who comes to us for help so we can customize a treatment plan that meets their exact requirements. This allows us to match them with the types of therapies and medication that meet their specific needs.