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Alternatives to ADHD Medication

ADHD can be effectively managed without the medication in some people. Many alternative treatments exist.

  1. Diet & Exercise

    • Eating a healthy diet, avoiding caffeine, and getting plenty of exercise can increase concentration and decease hyperactivity.

    Interactive Metronome Training

    • Interactive ,etronome training is done by listening to a rhythmic beat while tapping along with your hands or feet. It is believed that over time this training will increase the ability to focus.

    Chiropractic Care

    • Some claim that chiropractic care can help in treating ADHD. This may be by restoring balance in the brain through spinal adjustments.

    Neurofeedback

    • Neurofeedback trains the ADHD patient how to increase arousal levels. It is believed that increasing arousal levels decreases symptoms of ADHD.

    Behavior Modification

    • Behavior modification works by rewarding positive behavior with rewards and privileges, while discouraging negative behaviors by taking privileges away. This treatment method is meant to increase the ADHD patient's self-esteem.

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