Treatment options
Anxiety medication
Depression medication
ADHD medication
Co-occurring conditions
Other treatment options
Summary
Depression, anxiety, and ADHD present with different symptoms. Doctors may prescribe different medications to treat each one. They can also recommend medications to treat multiple mental health conditions.
Anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are relatively common mental health conditions. Some people have two or more of these, and doctors call these comorbid or co-occurring conditions.In these cases, medications or other types of treatment may be effective in treating multiple conditions simultaneously.Read more to learn about the available options for the best medication for anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression Maksim Tarasov/Stocksy The type of treatment a person receives for ADHD , anxiety , or depression depends on whether they have one or more of these conditions. People with ADHD commonly experience other mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety.Treating one condition is fairly simple and usually involves a combination of medications and therapy. However, treatment can be more complicated if a person has one or more conditions.This is because while some medications can effectively treat multiple mental health conditions, others can worsen some symptoms. A healthcare professional must carefully weigh the risks and benefits of each treatment option.Everyone is different and may react differently to different drugs, therapies, or combinations of these, so finding the best treatment may require trial and error. Mental health resources Visit our dedicated hub for more research-backed information and resources on mental health and well-being. Medication for anxiety There are various medications available for the treatment of anxiety. They include antidepressants , benzodiazepines, off-label anticonvulsants, and more. “Off-label” means that a doctor has prescribed the medication to treat a condition that it has not been officially approved for. Antidepressants Research shows that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), commonly known as antidepressants, can also be effective in treating anxiety disorders. Some of these drugs include: fluoxetine (Prozac) escitalopram (Lexapro) desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) duloxetine (Cymbalta) Learn more about SSRIs […]
What are the best medications for depression, anxiety, and ADHD?
