Evaluating the Efficacy of CBT Plus Psychopharmacology vs Psychopharmacology Alone in the Treatment of Adult ADHD
Key Takeaways: Adult ADHD affects 2.5% globally, often coexisting with anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. Pharmacotherapy, especially stimulants, is the primary treatment for adult ADHD, with nonstimulants as alternatives. CBT combined with pharmacotherapy (CBT + M) significantly improves ADHD symptoms at treatment end and 3-month follow-up. The superiority of CBT + M over pharmacotherapy alone diminishes after 3 months, suggesting a need for intensified CBT in long-term treatment.
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