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ADHD and Tae kwon do - Your Child’s Success Strategy

April 19, 2008 – 12:31 am
by Kalynn Amadio

A child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder known as ADHD is gifted with spontaneity, creativeness and the ability to focus intensely on any task they take an interest in.

On the flip side, that same child can be difficult to parent due to frequent distractibility, impulsiveness, aggressiveness and hyperactivity. These traits usually define the ADHD child to the outside world and label them as “troublemakers” which can irreparably damage self-esteem.

All children are impulsive, inattentive and easily distracted from time to time, but the ADHD child lives with these attributes frequently. You can aid your ADHD child by showing her how these character traits are an advantage, not a disadvantage.

Notwithstanding, ADHD is not just a shortness of capacity to remain attentive, but also the skill to focus intently on the subject matter of choice. Kids with ADHD don’t actually lack focus but have the tendency to focus unsuitably and are quick to become bored with a task.

Sports can be either constructive or negative for all children but more so for the ADHD child. Expelling extra energy is a positive side to sports, but playing on a team is often frustrating to the child, coach and teammates. It can be difficult to learn to adhere to the rules and fulfill particular needs of the team.

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Treating Adhd Children With Pine Bark

February 19, 2008 – 10:24 pm
by Alvin Toh

ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is commonly diagnosed among children, particularly those in the United States. Drug medications such as Ritalin, Adderall and Trileptal are often prescribed to help alleviate ADHD symptoms. Most of these medications have mild to severe side-effects and can become habit-forming.

A new research study has found that pine bark extract, marketed as Pycnogenol, may be an effective ADHD treatment. Pycnogenol has been shown to reduce hyperactivity in children. It also helped to improve focus and attention span and aided motor skills coordination in the children tested.

Pycnogenol is a natural herbal supplement which has long been used to reduce stress. It is known for its strong antioxidant properties. It actually serves to extend the antioxidant properties that are found in other sources such as vitamin C. It has also been used to help treat inflammation as well as to improve circulation. The latest findings showed that Pycnogenol can be a natural supplement to improve ADHD symptoms.

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Treating Adhd Through Behavior Therapy

February 14, 2008 – 6:15 am
by Alvin Toh

ADHD or Attention Deficiency Hyperactivity Disorder is a common medical condition which affects millions of children all around the world. The condition is normally diagnosed when a child is in preschool, before they are 6 years old. ADHD is typically treated using drugs prescribed by the doctor. These medications can reduce the symptoms of ADHD. However the problem with these drugs is simply that they are addictive and have numerous side effects.

One alternative to conventional medical treatments is behavioral therapy, also commonly referred to as behavioral management. Many doctors and scientists have studied the option of using behavioral therapy to treat ADHD and found that it works. The key to this treatment is to praise a child for doing something well. It is important to improve the relationship between the child and parents. Make sure that the children realize that there are consequences for things that they do (or don’t do) but you should also praise them for doing something well.

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9 Tips For Parents With Adhd Children

January 15, 2008 – 12:16 am
by Alvin Toh

Parenting can be very stressful for anybody, even with children not suffering from ADHD. Children suffering from ADHD have a much shorter attention span than other children and also get angry much easier.

It is possible to raise a well rounded child even if they have ADHD by following these 9 important ADHD parenting tips. These are designed to help you support your child.

1. Set down clear rules for your child to follow. These should be consistent. Do not change the rules as this can be very confusing. Make sure both parents use the same rules.

2. Most children, especially those who suffer from ADHD, work well by following set routines. Make sure you tell your children when certain tasks should be done. You may want to restrict the amount of time they spend playing computer games, watching TV or listening to music. By adhering to set routines, your children have their own thinking time.

3. Share the chores. Nobody likes doing chores, but it really does do your child a lot of good. Keep a chart so you can monitor what is being done. Awarding a gold star when a job is completed can make children with ADHD very happy! Make sure you show them how the tasks should be completed.

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What is ADHD and How do You Manage it?

November 16, 2007 – 10:14 pm
by Dr. Noel Swanson

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that can afflict children. People suffering from ADHD have symptoms such as:

1) Poor concentration and attention span

2) Poor concentration and memory

3) Impulsiveness - the trait of doing things without thinking first

4) Their frequent temper tantrums and outbursts are a result of easy frustration

Of course all children (and adults) show difficulties such as these at various times. For the child with ADHD, however, these difficulties are so great that they have experienced failures in various areas such as

a) Participating in activities at school such as getting work done, paying attention, maintaining focus, being attentive in class etc.

b) at home (often distracted, therefore not getting chores finished, constantly talking, “hyperactive”, getting into fights with siblings, difficulty getting ready in the mornings and at night, often clumsy), and

c) Participate and contribute actively in social activities such as being tolerant and accommodating of others, controlling temper and aggression, not playing practical jokes on others etc.

ADHD is not a malfunction of any body part as it is in conditions like asthma or diabetes. This condition of ADHD happens because parts of brain are not working at full efficiency

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