Alternatives To Drugs For Treatment Of Add
Traditionally, ADHD is treated with a combination of medication and behavioral therapy. Alternative treatments are any other treatments that claim to either cure or treat symptoms of ADHD, for example: herbal remedies, chiropractic care, EEG neurotherapy, diet, and megavitamins.
Alternative therapies and treatments may provide some patients with some relief from symptoms, although there are few or no scientific studies currently that back up and support claims of effectiveness. There is also...
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Non-Medication and Alternative Treatments for ADHD
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Auditory Stimulation: ADHD Alternative Treatments
Auditory stimulation is a method of helping children by providing music while completing a task. In a study (completed by the Division of Child and... Read more »
Candida Yeast: ADHD Alternative Treatments
Our bodies naturally grow yeast within our bodies. Our immune system regulates the growth of yeast and keeps it to a minimum. However, when certain... Read more »
EEG Neurofeedback: ADHD Alternative Treatments
EEG Neurofeedback, also known as biofeedback, has been used for over 25 years. Many parents have reported positive results and there have been some... Read more »
Interactive Metronome: ADHD Alternative Treatments
A metronome is a piece of equipment commonly used by musicians to count out beats while playing and practicing music. A study completed at the... Read more »
Cerebellar Training: ADHD Alternative Treatments
Cerebellar training is used often in a program called DORE. It consists of eye, balance and sensory exercises that are customized for each person. It... Read more »
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