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Diet is very important when trying to decrease or eliminate symptoms of ADHD. Ensuring that the child gets plenty of complex carbohydrates, protein, and fatty acids such as Omega 3 can make a huge difference in the persons ability to concentrate. The elimination of simple carbohydrates such as, white bread, sugar, and corn starch can also decrease ADHD symptoms. More information can be found at: http://www.webmd.com/add-ADHD/guide/ADHD-diets
What else can I help you with?
Where can I get free tutoring for my child who has ADHD?
Your childs school may offer free tutoring for ADHD children. You can also check at www.additudemag.com.
Where can I go to an ADHD school ?
You do not need to go to a special school for ADHD. You can go to a regularschool if your ADHD is monitored.
Has anyone lived with someone with ADHD or Asperger syndrome and would be willing to answer some concerns you are having?
I am a special education teacher that has worked with students who have ADHD and/or Asperger's Syndrome.
Should teens with ADHD be forced to go to special schools?
No person should be forced into any special treatment or system without their consent. If a school environment specialized for a person with ADHD is available, a person with ADHD should be allowed to choose whether he or she would want to attend. In most cases, special schools aren't needed to treat ADHD. The most proven methods include psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, and medication.
Where can I find information on ADHD Treatments?
http://www.athealth.com/Consumer/farticles/Rabiner.html This web site has a Great overview of a behavioral approach to improving your childs behavior.
How are ADHD patients rehabilitated?
Recovery and rehabilitation are not terms that apply to ADHD. Rather, a child with ADHD can be assisted to an optimum functionality. Assistance can take the form of special education.
are any diets special for adhd patients?
http://www.adhdchildparenting.com/adhd-child-diet-therapy.php offers some advice for diets for ADHD patients. http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/guide/adhd-diets also offers some great help when it comes to a diet for ADHD patients. It is also advised to check with your doctor about some diet ideas for those dealing with ADHD.
Do people will ADHD need a special diet for their condition?
People with ADHD do not need a specific diet to manage their condition. ADHD is a hardwired condition best overcome by either medication or cognitive behavioral interventions.
Must a person with ADHD go to a special school?
Yes; as with most mental disorders there are varying degrees of severity. Some individuals with ADHD believe it has contributed to their success, not failure.
What is the opposite of ADHD?
There isn't an opposite of ADHD par say. Schizophrenia would be the chemical opposite of ADHD since it involves too much dopamine in the brain as opposed to little dopamine in individuals with ADHD.
Would adhd stay in my way if i took ecstasy?
I'm not an expert on drugs, but it seems like ecstasy would make adhd much worse.
How can you tell if a person has ADHD?
If a person displays many symptoms of ADHD [see related questions] one could suggest a person has ADHD. In some cases, such as inattentive subtypes of ADHD a person would not display obvious external symptoms. Only a doctor can confirm a diagnosis of ADHD.
