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The following herbs can help children suffering from ADHD : Skullcap: Scientifically this herb is referred to as Scutellaria lateriflora. Skullcap is a native plant of North America; however, currently it is grown in many other regions of the globe including Europe. For more than 200 years this herb is used for curing nervous tension, anxiety, convulsions and confusions. The herb acts as a relaxant helping individuals to get rid of stress. Skullcap is known for possessing antispasmodic, hypotensive and sedative effects. These features of the herb make it an excellent remedy for ADHD symptoms like insomnia, restlessness and agitation. You must consult with your child’s doctor before using skullcap as a remedy for ADHD. Valerian: The scientific name of this herb is Valeriana officinalis.  [...]

A lot has been spoken about ADHD in the recent times. The bigger reason behind discussing ADHD was that a lot of focus is now being given to the fact that ADHD medicines were known to have a number of side effects that were taking its toll on the adults and the children grappling with this condition. So if you or someone you know is suffering from ADHD then you might want to learn about these foods, herbs and supplements that might help better the condition of these patients without them having to suffer from the harmful side effects of ADHD drugs. Supplements to Boost Your Brain: Most people may indulge in diets that cannot provide them with some of the minerals and vitamins that are key ingredients to improving a person’s alertness and attention. Supplements can then be used to make  [...]

Myth # 1: Only hyperactive kids have ADHD. A lot of parents get confused about the truths behind ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). The first thing that should be known about this condition is that a child who isn’t as hyperactive can also suffer from ADHD. Predominantly inattentive subtype: The signs for these would include that the child gets distracted by the slightest sound and the most irrelevant sights. They fail to pay attention to details and are prone to making careless mistakes. They will be prone to forgetting where they’ve placed things like their books, pencils and toys. The predominantly hyperactive-impulsive subtype: The signs here would include high levels of restlessness, constant squirming and fidgeting. The combined subtype: This is the most common  [...]

“Ordinary riches can be stolen, real riches cannot. In your soul are infinitely precious things that cannot be taken from you.” ~ Oscar Wilde The man, Oscar Wilde, claimed that he had nothing else to declare, but his genius. And he sure was right! His works showed us signs of him being the ‘genius’. But there might be more to Oscar Wilde than what meets the eye, claims a psychiatric by the name Michael Fitzgerald.  He states that Wilde was then but one in the long list of names of creative geniuses who were prey to a disorder – ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). According to Fitzgerald, it was this disorder that let their creative juices flow and that side of them flourish over the years. Fitzgerald’s Research Fitzgerald spent years researching the evidence  [...]

All of us, as adults, spend most of our lives juggling responsibilities. You have pressure on you to be the perfect husband/wife, son/daughter, and employer/employee. It can get tough for most of us. But if you find yourself being late constantly or being incapable of concentrating on a sole task given to you; all this in spite of working to correct these actions, then chances are you may have adult ADHD. There are a lot of cases of ADHD in adults. Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder or ADHD as it is commonly called, falls under the category of neurobehavioral developmental disorders. An individual affected by this order will be prone to problems with ‘paying attention’ as well as will tend to be hyperactive by nature. The symptoms for ADHD usually tend to show up before the age of  [...]

What is ADHD? Is the question, those mothers ask whose kid is making her pull her own hair! What is ADHD is asked by that spouse or girl friend whose boyfriend is giving her nightmares! What is ADHD? This is answered as Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder which is commonly referred as ADHD, also called as hyperactivity disorder or also as attention deficit disorder or ADD. ADHD is known to be common condition which is known to affect children and the adults. Children having ADHD have problems in concentrating and in paying attention. These children re not able to follow much of the directions given and they get easily bored from directions of task or rather get frustrated with given tasks. They tend to move around constantly, are very impulsive, that is they don’t stop to think  [...]