A number of diets have been suggested for people with ADHD. Several well-conducted studies have failed to support dietary effects of sugar and food additives on behavior, except possibly in a very small percentage of children. Still, various studies have reported behavioral improvement with diets that restrict possible allergens in the diet. Parents may want to discuss with their doctor implementing an elimination diet of certain foods that would not be harmful...
Read moreAlthough there are many prescription medications to treat the symptoms of ADHD some parents opt to try some non-prescription remedies... Read more »
I am going to give you a profile of a child and you can tell me if this sounds familiar: This child does not need a lot of sleep and... Read more »
If you are a parent who has a child with ADHD I can bet that you have most likely experienced difficulties getting your child to sleep and... Read more »
When you are seeking information about symptoms of any particular condition or disorder, it can sometimes be difficult to wade through the... Read more »
In previous posts, we have addressed some of the common problems for children with ADHD: Curbing Impulsive Behaviors in Children and Six... Read more »
Make sure you maintain eye contact when speaking with your child. Children will be less distracted if they are making eye contact while you are... Read more »
Consistently work with teachers. Create a system of communication that will allow you to know on a daily or weekly basis how your child is doing in... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A combination of a psychostimulant, most commonly methylphenidate (Ritalin), and cognitive-behavioral therapy is proving to be the best option for... Read more »
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common chronic psychiatric conditions diagnosed in childhood. Although thought of... Read more »