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Why Combine Behavioural Therapy with ADHD Medication? 

Combined ADHD treatment is often the most effective approach for managing ADHD symptoms. While medication can help control the core symptoms of ADHD, such as inattention and impulsivity, medication plus therapy offers a more holistic solution by addressing both the biological and behavioural aspects of the condition. 

How It Helps 

Using a combined ADHD treatment approach brings together the benefits of both medication and behavioural therapy. Medication helps regulate the neurological imbalances that contribute to ADHD symptoms, providing individuals with a clearer focus and reduced impulsivity. However, behavioural therapy offers tools to help individuals develop coping mechanisms, improve organisational skills, and manage emotional responses, which medication alone cannot address. 

An integrated approach like this is especially beneficial because it targets ADHD from multiple angles. Medication can help individuals focus better, while therapy can help them learn how to manage their behaviours, improve self-control, and adapt to various life situations. This combination often leads to greater overall success in managing ADHD and improving quality of life. 

In summary, combined ADHD treatment that includes medication plus therapy is highly effective in managing ADHD. By combining the benefits of both an integrated approach, individuals with ADHD receive comprehensive care that addresses the full spectrum of the disorder. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.   

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Behavioural Therapy.  

Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy.