Fortunately, as one recent study suggests, “Food supplement
treatment of ADHD may be of equal efficacy to Ritalin treatment.”
All children, and especially those with learning difficulties, benefit
from a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement with antioxidants, B
complex and vitamin C.
poultry and tofu, support alertness and instruction from computer software. For behavior: channel his energy in construc-
concentration, they make good selec- young children, Montessori teaching tive ways, catch her doing something
tions for breakfast and lunch. It’s better methods, which apply a physical, sen- right and praise her, and make use of
to leave the more relaxing carbohydrates, sory, individualized approach to learning, individual creativity. Parents of children
particularly favorite fruits and vegetables, can be especially beneficial. with attention deficits also need to face
for dinner or an evening snack. Because Most children diagnosed with ADD their own fears that they are somehow
certified organic foods are produced or ADHD thrive outdoors. So, making to blame for this disorder—and to give
without toxic chemicals, they make posi- hiking, nature study, skating, skiing, themselves credit for all they do to set
tive choices for anyone with attention swimming and other noncompetitive clear guidelines, reinforce responsible
problems. activities part of the family routine helps. behavior, foster self-esteem and encour-
Complementary Health Aids Biofeedback, massage and yoga also may age persistent effort by their child.
Creative educational techniques are help these children at different ages and
important to school success. These may developmental stages. Roon Frost is editor in chief of Taste
include brief lessons with the child as an Experts advise parents to always for Life magazine and a contributor
active participant, and hands-on direct focus on the positive side of any child’s to numerous national magazines.
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