Online ADHD treatment:
Affordable ADHD medication and therapy

ADHD is diagnosed by a medical or mental healthcare professional. There’s no simple or single test. Instead, a trained, licensed provider will:

• Take your history and interview you about your current symptoms and when they started.
• Ask about your medical and mental health history and current status.
• Use any of several standardized behavior rating scales, known as ADHD screeners or quality of life assessments, as criteria for evaluating you.
• Possibly have you take psychological tests to assess your memory, executive functioning, visual and spatial skills, and/or reasoning skills. 
• Sometimes, and with your permission, talk to or interview people you know (like a caregiver or partner) who’ve seen how your symptoms impact you. 

Learn more about getting an online ADHD diagnosis.

The 2 main classes of ADHD medication are stimulants and non-stimulants.

Stimulants for ADHD

• Promote alertness, focus, thought, effort, and motivation 
• Provide rapid symptom relief, often within hours of the first dose
• Are typically the first-line treatment
• May cause addiction and be misused

Common stimulant medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat ADHD in adults include:

• Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine)
• Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
• Ritalin (methylphenidate)
• Concerta (methylphenidate hydrochloride)
• Focalin (dexmethylphenidate)

Non-stimulants for ADHD

• Help with attention, working memory, impulsive control, and hyperactivity
• Can take several weeks to be fully effective
• Are ideal for people who can’t tolerate stimulants
• Are less likely to cause addiction or be misused

Common non-stimulant medications approved by the FDA to treat ADHD in adults include:

• Strattera (atomoxetine)
• Qelbree (viloxazine)

Learn more about stimulant vs non-stimulant ADHD medications.

Important safety information
Medications, including those covered here, can have side effects, some serious. Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse, Concerta, and Focalin are controlled substances. Their side effects can include insomnia, loss of appetite, and the risk of dependence or abuse. Side effects of atomoxetine and Qelbree can include fatigue, decreased appetite, and nausea. Others are possible. Talk to your provider or pharmacists before starting a medication and read the medication guide, so you understand what to expect.

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 
Licensed in: North Dakota, Virginia, Washington

Rose is a dedicated and empathetic mental health nurse practitioner based in Midlothian, VA. With a deep-seated passion for supporting those facing mental health challenges, Rose bring a wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise to foster the well-being of the patients.