Like several posters I am skeptical of the ADHD diagnosis, particularly by practitioners who will get a cut from expensive drugs prescribed. Homeopathy does not diagnose in this way, we listen to the patient's own words that describe his/her experience with some pathology
I have had young patients who came with the diagnosis of ADD and whose parents were not about to dose them with Ritalin. They all did very well, however, each one (of three) received different remedies.
This is because homeopathy treats the person, not the problem. I'm sure your symptoms would be ameliorated to cure by seeing a qualified homeopath for a full consultation.
2006-12-31 16:31:40
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answered by Trader S 3
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Poor garfieldswingssquishy has issues. Yes ADHD is real. It has been proven to be a shortage of neurochemicals in the brain. I'm sorry that no one has presented any homiopathic solutions yet. Diet supplements like Sawyer suggested are very helpful. It is important to feed our brains the building blocks that it needs to make the neurochemicals that we are short on. It is also helpful to take supplements that encourage the production of the neurochemicals. Unfortunately, we don't get all of them from the foods we eat each day. Focus Factor (pills) is another expensive name brand that provides these. Many drug store chains carry similar products (often naming Focus Factor) that do not cost $60 a bottle. If their cost is too high, you can try checking out the ingredients (see the link Sawyer provided above) and buy them seperately. Or start by supplementing your multiple vitamins with some B complex. Phosophotidlecoline is supposed to be pretty good too.
2006-12-30 13:46:21
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answered by J Z 4
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I cannot find a homeopathic remedy for you right now, but I would like to offer you this option instead:
Avoid: wheat, corn, milk, eggs, anything containing gluten. Also avoid soft drinks, sugar, aspartame, artificial colors and flavors, MSG, processed foods containing chemicals, peaches, plums, prunes, nectarines, grapes, raisins, cherries, currants, apples, apricots, strawberries, tomatoes, asparagus, cucumbers.
These will trigger allergic reactions that are linked to ADHD symptoms.
Include: multivitamin/mineral, magnesium, fish oils, lecithin (soy will supply this), vitamin C, probiotics. These supplements can be found in health food stores.
If you can meet with a holistic/natural nutritionist, see about an elimination diet to weed out any foods you react to. Get tested for allergies, and tested for lead and mercury toxicity if you can as well.
ADHD is a common disorder that is often misunderstood and mistreated. Drugging patients up on Ritalin does not make the condition go away, and has negative side effects. The dietary outline above should help to get the condition under control. It's probably quite a lifestyle change, but one for the better. Good for you for trying something unconventional and safer!
2006-12-30 10:15:15
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answered by Zenchick 3
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I had it when I was a kid, since 4th grade. My parents were very good at keeping me on a strict homework schedule and made sure they told me things at least 3 times. (with ADHD you tend to have a memory spam similar to that of a goldfish) When I was in 8th grade I stopped taking my pills (ritalin and then concerta) because I didn't like how they made me act. It took away my personality. I did poorly in school but that was because I didn't go to class. (not ADHD related) My last two years of high school were at a boarding school that didn't allow drugs or medication of any kind. school was at night and everything was military-style (strict and on a schedule) I had no problems. I graduated with high honors and had no issues sitting and concentrating.
I think it's all in your mind. I was told ever since I was 4th grade what ADHD was and what the symptoms are and what not. Yes, I was hyper, but isn't every kid at that age? No kid wants to sit and do boring homework, right? It was something that I was told I had so I believed it.
Now that I'm older, I think it's not really what people say it is. I do believe that some kids can't concentrate as well as others. ok, fine. But there is too much hype behind ADD and ADHD.
some things that help.....routines, to-do lists, reminders, quiet, and do NOT procrastinate. and excersize helps too!
2006-12-30 10:04:10
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answered by ur a Dee Dee Dee 5
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I have little regard for the ADHD diagnosis.
I would suggest you do some of the research I have.
There are lots of things you could do to train the mind.
1. Concentration exercizes such as memorizing poetry, facts about something you are interested in, counting backward from 500 to 0 by threes (500, 497, 494, 491, 488, etc.
2. Begin a meditation practise. I practise zen about 6 days a week.
2006-12-30 22:43:57
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answered by Rev. Two Bears 6
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The one thing I have found to be very helpful with someone mature enought o try and even some of the kids I have watched with it is meditation. There are more but they involve some serious dosing regulations so I cannot put them on here. If you talk to an herbalist they can help. good luck.
2006-12-30 09:56:53
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answered by Kat 2
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http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/prodInterior.php?prodID=10
2006-12-30 10:07:52
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answered by Anonymous
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coffee, tons of it. or, you can get aderol pills from the doctor. my friend has it and thats what he does, works like a charm.
2006-12-30 09:54:47
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answered by Asher Madan 3
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http://wwwalfonsven.com
is an excellent way to treat
this very subtle disease
2006-12-30 09:55:25
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answered by franslaimbock 4
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ridillin
2006-12-30 09:55:51
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answered by The Irish Boy 2
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