are there any exersises they can do to help them relax or breathing technics to help them concentrate
Is there a way to treat adhd without using drugs?
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- 21 Jan 2012 by 3107
- Updated
- 24 Jan 2012
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- attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd)
Responses (3)
There are several effective and clinically proven options to treat people with ADHD. Combined medical management and behavioral treatment is the most effective ADHD management strategy, followed by medication alone, and then behavioral treatment. However, these results have been questioned because the study from the multimodal treatment group faded the behavioral procedure 3 months prior to the last evaluation point but continued the medication group.
adding to what Rajive has said I have a relative with similar circumstances and she sees a therapist weekly and he has used both treatmernt from him and has involved the family and we know the do's and don't she has made strides that medication which we thought caused marked improvement we highly question now, I think ever case is different and a decision to try can be utilized and see how things go you I'm sure have instincts that tell you what works best for you. I hope you have a positive outcome and can do this without it being necessary to used medicine, also certain foods like sweets and chocolate and colas set her off amd she is like day and night so trial and error is something that is also included. I wish you only the best caringsonbj Billy
My son and I both have ADHD. So, the part in Rajive's post about Parent Education was true for my case. I can tell you what worked for my son because he really resisted the meds. I took him to monthly therapy off and on for many years until high school was over, first with a Psychiatrist, then a Counselor (MFTT or LCSW). He was embarrassed to have a "note taker" accompany him into high school class, as they give you with disability. He tested very well, particularly in math, but had a tough time keeping still, taking tests, doing homework & keeping his hands to himself! He even had trouble with friends when he was a toddler because he wanted to "control" everyone! In 7th grade, I enrolled him in full pad football! He became a very good quarterback, but went on to major in film composition in college. Exercise was crucial for him. Secondly, I cannot stress the importance of a VERY disciplined, structured environment.
What a great answer Jillian. Kids do need more structure, exercise and love. I couldn't agree with you more. Ruth

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Well done, Rajive! So many persons suffer with ADHD nowadays that this is great information for many for reference. Thank you!
from Wendy :)
Thanks Wendy, are you well? Take care, best wishes!