After several years of research, we now know much more about ADHD and the effects that Ritalin (and other drugs like it) have on the brain. And we know more about treating ADHD without drugs. Here are natural solutions.
Entries Tagged as 'Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder'
ADD / ADHD Natural Treatment
February 24th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
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ADHD and Neurofeedback
December 31st, 2009 · No Comments · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
Neurofeedback therapy is a possible non-drug treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Tags:ADHD alternative treatment·ADHD neurofeedback therapy·EEG biofeedback·electroencephalogram therapy
Lead Poisoning Paint
August 31st, 2009 · No Comments · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
There is no safe level of exposure of lead, especially for children. This is why we strongly recommend lab testing as lead can have an effect on ADHD symptoms.
Tags:hair test·lead lab testing·lead paint·lead poisoning
Food Affects Behavior
June 2nd, 2009 · 1 Comment · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
For 5 years Dr. Barbara Reed Stitt and her husband underwrote a school healthy eating program. The Stitts replaced soda machines and sugar laden cafeteria food (including artificial colors and corn syrup) with water and wholesome fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins. The children’s behavior changed dramatically and was so consistently good the superintendent of the entire school district of 15,000 students took note and made all his schools change to wholesome food.
Tags:Barbara Reed Stitt·behavior·biochemical imbalances·brain repair·food nutrition·junk food·school nutrition
ADHD Nutrition and Sugar
May 31st, 2009 · No Comments · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
Kathleen DesMaisons, PhD, recommends a 7 step program to overcome sugar sensitivity.
Tags:ADHD nutrition·body chemistry·sugar addict·sugar craving·sugar sensitivity
ADHD and Danger of Toxic Metals
May 1st, 2009 · No Comments · Alternative Treatment For Attention Deficit Disorder
One serious risk factor for ADHD is toxic and heavy metals as they are probably the most dangerous because of their potential to cause long-term and potentially irreversible brain injury.
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