Managing symptoms of ADHD can pose significant challenges in one's life. A quick online search reveals that many people struggle with these symptoms on a daily basis, which has a profound effect on their well-being.

However, what do you do when ADHD is not the only symptom that you are dealing with? 

Anxiety and depression are two common co-occurring conditions with ADHD, creating a complex web of symptoms to navigate. Studies show that up to 70% of people with ADHD also experience symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. These co-occurring conditions can make it very difficult to function at work, school, and home. 

This article aims to provide guidance on what to do for depression and anxiety when they coincide with ADHD. 

How to Deal with ADHD Depression and Anxiety

To understand how to deal with anxiety and depression, we will discuss Emily's* experience. We'll delve into how she overcame these conditions and explore actionable steps you can take to become the hero of your own story.

A Sample Case

Consider Emily, a young professional diagnosed with ADHD early in college. She has always been energetic but lately feels more anxious and depressed. This situation had a negative impact on her ability to focus and get work done. Not only is she dealing with symptoms of ADHD with depression but also with anxiety, further hindering her progress in completing her coursework.

Emily did not know what to do, but she knew that if she did not act in the moment, her life would not improve. Motivated by this realization, she took action by scheduling an initial appointment with us. She had the option of booking with a psychiatrist or psychiatric NP specializing in ADHD.

At her first appointment, her specialist listened to her concerns. They then set a clear plan for effectively managing and overcoming her symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. 

Together, Emily and her ADHD specialist collaboratively determined that a combination of ADHD medication (Adderall), a new antidepressant, therapy, supplements, and specific lifestyle changes were the best approaches. Initially, she was uncertain, but her ADHD specialist encouraged her to try the strategies. Additionally, her specialist provided her with a clear path to overcoming her symptoms. 

The Result of An Integrative Approach

Upon starting the medications and incorporating natural remedies to address her depression, anxiety, and stress, Emily quickly saw improvements in her mental well-being. She experienced significant improvement in her depressive symptoms with improved motivation, energy, concentration, and sleep. 

She also noticed being significantly less anxious and able to meet deadlines now with work and school. At Emily's next appointment, she reported to her ADHD specialist that she is more focused and organized with her tasks. Finally, Emily felt a sense of renewal, resulting in significant improvement in her grades.

Her persistent work paid off when she graduated from college with honors. Later she went on to land her dream job and felt more confident and optimistic about her future, more so than ever before. Since Emily's ADHD specialist was able to treat depression and anxiety symptoms that come with her condition, they later discontinued her antidepressant treatment under careful observation. 

Her success in managing ADHD and co-occurring depression and anxiety is a testament to her dedication to staying the course and using online integrative psychiatry to get the most out of her medications.

ADHD with Depression Help Is Just a Click Away!

We have helped numerous people like Emily with ADHD, who led very successful and fulfilling lives. Unfortunately, we also see people who have waited too long to seek treatment, which they could have avoided with the right treatment approach earlier on. When one ineffectively manages ADHD, it often leads to recurrent setbacks in work, school, and personal life.

Perhaps you are questioning if you have ADHD or other associated mental health conditions. Maybe you are unsure what to do about your symptoms and life challenges. We have made it easy for people to get the care they deserve. 

Experience the convenience of accessing high-quality psychiatric care from the comfort of your home through Peak Wellness Psychiatry. We take pride in offering online psychiatry services to patients in California, Arizona, and Washington, and we gladly accept various insurance plans.

In Emily's case, it made all the difference in the world. If you would like to talk to one of our experienced Psychiatric NPs who specialize in this area, you can do so by taking action and scheduling right now on our website. Contact us at 888-909-8676 or use our user-friendly online appointment form. You can be seen from the comfort of your home, with appointment availability typically within 5 days of scheduling.