Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Adult Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder: A Case Report
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adult ADHD, attention deficit, cognitive behavioural therapy, hyperactivity, impulsivityAbstract
Symptoms of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) typically begin in childhood but often persist into adulthood. The present study examined adult ADHD. Symptoms such as attention problems, impulsivity, sleep disturbances, and hyperactivity are observed in most cases. Besides biological and genetic factors, environmental stimuli also play a role in the emergence of the disorder. In this study, a 20-year-old female client who met the criteria for ADHD according to DSM-V was treated within the cognitive-behavioural therapy framework. The client sought therapy particularly after the onset of certain symptoms, notably during the period of university entrance exams. The content of the sessions is sequentially described in the research. To enhance the effectiveness of therapy during these sessions, resources such as the Beck Anxiety Inventory, Beck Depression Inventory, Therapy Goals Form, and Automatic Thoughts Exam Form were utilized. In addition to these, the client was given various assignments to promote insight. The client's core beliefs and automatic thoughts were compiled into a table. Following the acquisition of sufficient coping strategies and learning to utilize strong internal resources, a farewell session was conducted, and the sessions were concluded.
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