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 moreIn previous posts, we have addressed some of the common problems for children with ADHD: Curbing Impulsive Behaviors in Children and Six... Read more »
Not all children with ADHD have hyperactivity, but for those that do, sitting still is an almost impossible feat. The constant physical... Read more »
ADHD has three main symptoms: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. In a previous post, we provided some ways parents can help their... Read more »
One of the major symptoms of ADHD is impulsiveness. This is reacting before thinking. Impulsiveness can appear in many different ways. Some... Read more »
ADHD Predominately Hyperactive Impulsive Type According to the DSM diagnostic criteria, a person with at least six or more symptoms of... 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 »
Hyperactivity is considered to be one of the main symptoms of ADHD, however, there can still be a diagnosis of ADHD without the presence of... Read more »
Children look forward to the long days of summer. There is no schoolwork, no homework to complete, just time for playing. Parents raising children... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hyperactivity refers to increased movement, impulsiveness, distractibility, and decreased attention span. A popular but controversial belief is that... Read more »