Treating ADHD Without Medication

There are multiple ways to treat ADHD. Most boys with ADHD are treated with medication, but that may not always work. Some studies have shown that treating boys with a more natural approach can work just as well.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 10 percent of school age children have ADHD. These children usually have difficulty paying attention or concentrating. They cannot follow directions and can become bored or frustrated with tasks. They move constantly and are impulsive; they do not stop and think before they act. Most children have short attention spans, but this behavior is more severe in those with ADHD.

Some alternative and natural treatments boarding schools practice have helped ADHD children cope without medication.

A study done 1998 showed that children with ADHD have a hard time falling asleep. Research from this study also indicated these children struggle to sleep soundly, often finding it difficult to get up the next morning. The study suggested a link between relaxation and drinking herbal teas with ingredients like chamomile, spearmint and lemongrass. Used at bedtime, these teas have helped ADHD children get a better night’s sleep and wake up ready to go in the morning.

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