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 A beginners guide to alternate treatments for ADHD
This comprises a series of articles and web pages that are a great place to start if you are new to the idea of alternate treatments, or if it is time to try something new and you want a general overview of your alternate treatment options.
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Allergy or intolerance to food, pollen, chemicals, or other substances
Articles and links about how an allergy or intolerance to a food, pollen, chemicals, or other substance in your enviornment can adversely effect behavior and learning
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Articles on the negative effects of ADHD meds
A bunch of articles on the negative effects of meds to print and give to those teachers, friends, relatives, and doctors who don't understand why meds are not your first and only treatment option
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Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger syndrome (AS) is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction, and restricted and unusual patterns of interest and behavior.
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Audio Visual Entrainment (AVE)
also known as light and sound technology
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Auditory or Listening Therapies
Informormation on assorted therapies to include - Auditory Integration Training (AIT), Samonas, Therapeutic Listening, Tomatis,Hemi-Sync, Sacarin Method, etc....
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Behavior Management and Modification
Articles with ideas on how to manage and modify for ADHD child's behavior
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Bipolar
Information on Bipolar disorder. ADHD and Bipolar can be comorbid in some children. Other children with Bipolar are sometimes misdx'ed as ADHD
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Book recommendations
Books that have been recommended by folks on this list
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Brain Gym
Brain Gym is a series of exercises designed to help learners coordinate their both sides of their brain and their bodies better.
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CHADD
Articles and information on how CHADD is partly funded by the pharmaceutical companies
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Candida aka Yeast
Some believe that hyperactivity and agressiveness in ADHD children are caused or at least made worse by Yeast overgrowths. These are links about natural Yeast treatments.
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is an inflammatory condition of the small intestine, induced by gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley.
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Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
CAPD is defined as when a hearing person hears words spoken, but their brain can not process the words normally.
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Chelation
Removing toxic heavy metals
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Chiropractic care and ADHD
Articles about using chiropractic manipulation as a treatment for ADHD
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Chore & Behavior Charts
A collection of on-line chore & behavior charts that you can print out, some are even customizable
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Codex Alimentarius
Codex Guidelines for Vitamin and Mineral Food Supplements
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College
Articles about finding a college and what is involved in the transition to college for a child with ADHD and Learning Disabilities
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Crafts
The benefits of doing crafts - Knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc for ADHD kids
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DMAE - also known as Dimethylaminoethanol , deanol, and dimethylethanolamine
DMAE was marketed until the 1980s as the prescription drug Deaner. It was indicated for hyperactivity/minimal brain disorder...an older term for ADHD. When FDA began requiring proof of efficacy as well as safety, Deaner was withdrawn from the market. Dimethylaminoethanol is now marketed as a dietary supplement.
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Dysgraphia
Handwriting Problems
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Dyslexia
Reading difficulties
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Educational sites activities for our kids
Sites that have on-line, printable, or downloadable activities with an educational flare to keep our kids learning and busy
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Elimination Diet
A diet to help detect food allergies
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Enuresis (bedwetting) & Encopresis (Chronic Constipation)
Children with AD/HD appear to have a higher incidence of enuresis.
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Enzymes
This section looks at how enzymes might be beneficial to persons that fit the profile of AD(H)D.
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Epsom Salts
Epsom Salts and how they can help a child with ADHD
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FAILSAFE Diet
Low chemical elimination diet recommended by the Australian Royal Prince Alfred Hospital - free of additives, low in salicylates, amines and flavour enhancers (FAILSAFE).
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Feeding issues
Articles on picky eaters, children who will not eat, children who have sensory issues related to food.
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Feingold
Links, articles and resources to help learn about and implement the Feingold diet. Folder also contains articles about salicylates
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Flower Remedies
Bach, Australian Bush, and other used for ADHD and other ailments
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Fluoride
Articles on fluoride toxicity causing ADHD symptoms
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Food colorings, additives, & preservatives
Articles on why/how these things can cause or make ADHD symptoms worse in our kids.
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Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
GABA supplements have also been proposed for improving concentration in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Glutathione
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Gluten Free / Casein Free (GFCF) Diet
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Glyconutrients
The "Sugars That Heal" described here are naturally occurring, specific sugar molecules, found in vine ripened, naturally grown fruits and vegetables. They provide the body with important nutrition it needs. These sugars have been studied for years. However, only recently have we begun discovering their purpose in the body
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Hippotherapy - Therapeutic Horseback Riding
The approach utilizes instruction in horseback riding and horsemanship skills to assist children and adults with developmental, psychological, or physical disabilities.
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Homeopathic
Information on Homeopathic treatments
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Homeschooling
Many ADHD kids do not do well in the school system - Here are some links about homeschooling as an alternative option for education of your child
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How to help children learn to swallow pills and ideas on how to hide supplements
Articles and suggestions on how to get children to take supplements either by swallowing pills or finding ways to hide the supplements in foods
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment
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Hypoglycemia
An unrecognized cause of ADD is often hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The cause of this condition is, paradoxically, the ingestion of too much carbohydrate (sugar).
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Interactive Metronome
Articles and web sites about Interactive Metronome
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Iron
iron deficiency may contribute to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children
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Lead and ADHD
Lead is the most well-studied example of an environmental contaminant that interferes with learning. Lead causes reductions in IQ. In addition, exposure to lead has been linked to disruptive classroom behavior and reduced ability to pay attention.
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Magnesium
Articles and links about Magnesium and how it can help ADHD kids
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Martial Arts
Articles and/or web sites discussing Martial Arts as a activity/sport for ADHD kids
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Melatonin
Some people use melatonin to help get their child to sleep
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Mercury Toxicity
Info on Mercury which some belive could be a causative agent in their child's ADHD
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Military and ADHD
Articles about joining or being in the military if you have ADHD. Also resources for parents in the military with ADHD kids.
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Music
Links and articles on the positive effects of music
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Neurofeedback
Links to learn more about Neurofeedback as a treatment for ADHD
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Non-chemical pest control
Ways to rid your home of household pests (no not your kids the many legged varieties) without using harmful chemicals/poisons that could adversely effect your ADHD child
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea - removal of tonsils and adnoids
There are research findings that identify sleep disordered breathing as a contributing factor to attention deficit disorders.
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Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids
Links and articles to learn more about Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids
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Omeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs) and ADHD
Articles about Grape Seed Extact and Pine Bark (also known as Pycnogenol)
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On-line Sources of Natural or Organic or Special Diet Foods
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
ODD is sometimes comorbid with ADHD. In children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), there is an ongoing pattern of uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior toward authority figures that seriously interferes with the youngster's day to day functioning.
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PANDAS
PANDAS, is an abbreviation for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections. The term is used to describe a subset of children who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and/or tic disorders such as Tourette's Syndrome, and in whom symptoms worsen following strep. infections such as "Strep throat" and Scarlet Fever
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Poems, Stories, Prayers, and more about our kids
Inspirational stories, poem, prayers and snippets about rasisng our special kids
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Prescription Drug information
Perscribing Information sheets from the drug companies for some of the drugs commonly perscribed for ADHD and related symptoms
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Products Sold By List Members
Links to web pages that will tell you more about products and services sold or offered by list members
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Pyroluria
Pyroluria is a familial disorder which occurs with stress, where an above-average amount of a substance consisting of "kryptopyrroles" circulate in the body. The substance is harmless in itself, but high levels of these pyrrolles systemically bind with B6 and zinc, preventing the use of these essential nutrients in the brain and body. The result is a myriad of symptoms, including severe inner tension, ongoing anxiety, poor stress control, fearfulness, and sometimes episodic anger.
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Reading Levels
Lists of books by reading level - helpful for choosing summer reading or choosing books for dyslexic children
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Relaxation techniques and ways to relieve stress
Articles on ways to relax - good for both ADHD kids AND their parents!
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Restless Legs Syndrome
The syndrome can sometimes be misdiagnosed as "growing pains" or attention deficit disorder.
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School - Special Ed links
Links to help in dealing with Schools. Information on IEPs and 504 plans. Suggestions for classroom teachers.
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Selenium
low Selenium status was associated with significantly greater incidence of depression and other negative mood states such as anxiety, confusion and hostility
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Sensory Processing Disorder aka Sensory Integration Disorder
People with SPD misinterpret everyday sensory information, such as touch, sound, and movement. They may feel bombarded by information, they may seek out intense sensory experiences, or they may have other symptoms.
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Service Dogs
Dogs for children with disabilities
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Sucess Stories
Links to member posts of their sucess with alternative treatments for managing thier kid's ADHD
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Summer Camps and Activities
Links to articles and resources for finding a good summer camp or activities for your ADHD child
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Supplement and/or medication brief sheets
Links that provide descriptions of good and bad effects of supplements and or medications - Good places to start your research to see if you really want to give that supplement or medication to your child
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Supplement makers
List of supplements actually USED with good effect by people on this list
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Sweeteners
Articles on the pros and cons of using various sweeteners. All the articles are not specifically ADHD related.
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Taurine
It is used to treat anxiety, epilepsy, hyperactivity, poor brain function, and seizures.
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Vaccines
Information about Vaccines for those who believe that thier children's ADHD symptoms may be linked to the vaccines they recieved
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Video Games
Articles on the pros and cons of allowing children to play video games
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Vision, Vision Therapies, and Developmental Opthomotrist
Do many children diagnosed with ADHD and other learning disabilities really suffer from misdiagnosed vision problems?
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WARNING - Supplements that may have adverse effects
These are links that advise against taking various supplements - Please read BEFORE giving supplements to your child or yourself so that you have ALL information and can make an informed decision and if it is to go ahead with the supplement, know what signs to look for to be able to correctly identify an adverse reaction.
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Yoga
Yoga calms the physical body and once that occurs, the mind can quiet. Gradually, a child becomes more organized and focused. Yoga enhances flexibility has a positive effect on gross, fine, visual motor conditions. It also promotes strength and self-esteem and encourages a gentle spirit.
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Zinc & Copper
Doctors have found evidence to suggest that hyperactive children may benefit from taking zinc supplements. -- Zinc deficiency often results in elevated blood levels of copper, due to the dynamic competition of these metals in the body. Elevated blood copper has been associated with episodic violence, hyperactivity, learning disabilities, and depression.
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"Autistic-Spectrum Disorders and the Bio-Medical Approach 101 - What You Need To Know and How To Get Started"
This handout is an attempt to list what we feel are the important issues you as a parent or care-giver need to know with regards to getting started with a biomedical approach for your child.
http://www.biohealthcenters.com/Autism-WhatYouNeedtoKnow.pdf |
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35 Great Things About Having ADHD
http://www.schools.manatee.k12.fl.us/231GPOPE/ese_services___information/35_great_things_about_having_adhd.html |
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50 Conditions that Mimic ADHD
There are also many medical, biological, emotional and mental conditions that mimic ADHD also. For those who are searching for reasons behind their child's behavior, here are some possibilities. Only settle for the diagnosis of ADHD after checking out all of these problems and many more.
http://www.incrediblehorizons.com/mimic-adhd.htm |
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A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Autism
While the focus of this 147 page paper is Autism, it discusses many of the same nutritional approaches that we are also looking at for ADHD.
http://www.cancertutor.com/Autism/ComprehensiveGuide.doc |
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ADD/ADHD articles of value
Publications to download on treating ADD
http://www.latitudes.org/adhd_articles.htm |
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ADHD - or is it Trauma?
Article in MSN Health News exploring the idea that some ADHD type symptoms may be based in trauma
http://health.msn.com/health-topics/adhd/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100191637 |
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ADHD Diet: Soothing the Unquiet Mind
Kids with brain-related disorders, from stuttering to autism, are responding to a targeted mix of food and supplements.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ADHD_DrugFree/message/3172 |
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ADHD and After-School Activities: Finding the Right Fit
Consider Olympic champion Michael Phelps. ADHD made it nearly impossible for him to sit still in the classroom or grasp abstract concepts on the athletic field, but in the pool he displays extraordinary focus and drive. While not every kid with ADHD can become the next "phenom" swimmer, he or she can learn to feel like winners outside the classroom. Here's how.
http://my.webmd.com/content/Article/93/102492.htm?printing=true |
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ADHD and Giftedness
A child that is brought to a psychologist for testing and evaluation based on poor school performance, fidgeting, hyperactivity, inattention and other symptoms relating to ADHD is usually tested specifically for ADHD. Yet many of these characteristics are shared by students that are gifted.
http://add.about.com/cs/education/a/gifted.htm |
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ADHD genetic research
Page has links to LOTS of abstracts on the subject of ADHD and genetics
http://www.neurotransmitter.net/adhdgenetic.html |
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Abbreviations Often Used with Special Needs
This is a list of some of the abbreviations that you may frequently see in use. This list has been compiled from multiple sources.
http://www.enzymestuff.com/conditionabbreviations.htm |
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Acupuncture in the Treatment of ADHD
Professor Lai does not consider drugs or even Chinese medicinals effective therapies. Rather, he has found acupuncture to be the most stable and effective treatment for children with ADHD. The following summary of an article which appeared in the January 1999 edition of the Zhong Guo Zhen Jiu (Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion) introduces his method of treatment and compares a group of 155 children treated with acupuncture to a control group of 58 children who were treated with Ritalin
http://chinesemedicalpsychiatry.com/articles/article_ritalin.html |
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Adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder benefit from massage therapy
Massage therapy could become an important tool in the management of ADHD, in conjunction with currently used therapies. It may, for example, potentiate methylphenidate and other drugs or complement behavior modification. In cases where present therapies are not effective or are accompanied by undesirable side effects, massage therapy could be a substitute treatment for children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD.
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m2248/is_n129_v33/ai_20740162/print |
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All Screening Tools & Rating Scales
The screening tools and rating scales in the table below can be used to help measure a young person’s mental health symptoms, and/or measure progress after interventions are put in place at school or at home.
http://www.massgeneral.org/madiresourcecenter/schoolpsychiatry/screeningtools_table.asp |
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Alternative Medicine Links
List of links to other informative links!
http://www.healthwell.com/conditions.cfm?cond=2&mcat=61 |
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Articles by ADHD expert Thomas Armstrong
Dr. Thomas Armstrong, ADD alternatives author and expert
http://www.thomasarmstrong.com/articles.htm |
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Assessing Children for the Presence of a Disability
This News Digest looks at the ways and primary skill areas in which school systems assess children for the presence of a disability. The parents' role in the assessment process is also discussed, as are concerns associated with assessing children who are culturally and linguistically diverse. The issue includes an extensive reference list and a brief list of organizations that may be able to provide information on the assessment of specific disabilities.
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/assessment/assess-nichcy.html |
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Attachment
Link to a site that provides information on Attachment challenges, symptoms, strategies, articles, etc
http://www.a4everfamily.org |
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) A Developmental Approach by Patricia S. Lemer, M.Ed.
Some symptoms attributed to ADD/ADHD are also seen in children and adults with visual problems, sensory integration dysfunction and/or allergies.
http://www.add-adhd.org/attention_deficits_ADHD.html |
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B6 - Evidence-based Vitamin B6 Usage
Good article on B6 to include dosage info by age and contradicitions for use.
http://www.nisbett.com/nutrition/printer/vitamin%20b6-pyrodoxine.pdf |
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Behavioral effects of liothyronine (L-T3) in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in the presence and absence
In children with RTH and ADHD, particularly those that exhibit hyperactivity, L-T3 in supraphysiological doses may be beneficial in reducing hyperactivity and impulsivity. In the majority of children with ADHD who do not have RTH, L-T3 treatment has no effect or may be detrimental.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=9226208&query_hl=1 |
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Best and worst after-school activities for children with ADHD
Kindergarten to 3rd grade
http://www.parentcenter.com/refcap/learning/specialneeds/39980.html |
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Bio Acoustical Utilization Device
HOW DOES THE BAUD HELP PEOPLE WITH ADD?
http://www.bioacoustical.com/ADD.htm |
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Body Ecology Diet™ - Autism and ADHD
At Body Ecology our goal is to teach parents of autistic children to take the GF/CF diet to another level. The Body Ecology Diet was originally created to reverse fungal infections including candidiasis (present in children with autism), so it is a great start. Besides having no gluten or casein, it is also free of sugar and bad fats. Unlike other diets, ours primarily focuses on establishing the inner ecosystem deep within the intestines, then healing chronic and acute bowel dysbiosis, correcting the nutritional deficiencies, strengthening the adrenals and conquering the systemic infections.
http://www.bodyecologydiet.com/autism.php |
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Boy Behavior Leads to ADD Diagnoses
Inconsistent discipline, harsh discipline, verbal abuse and unrealistic expectations can result in oppositional behavior, especially in children who have personality types inspired by independence and freedom. It is important for parents to realize that oppositional behavior may be a perfectly rational response to hostile parenting or teaching. Too often oppositional behavior is viewed as some sort of biological defect that adults can do nothing about.
http://www.borntoexplore.org/boys.htm |
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Bullies to Buddies
Mr. Kalman, whose website www.Bullies2Buddies.com teaches kids and adults how to end bullying quickly and easily, has been warning since the Columbine shooting that anti-bully programs are likely to cause more harm than good. These programs escalate animosity between kids by encouraging them to run to the authorities whenever anyone bothers them. "The best legal way to get someone to hate you is to inform on them to the authorities, " Kalman claims.
http://bullies2buddies.com/home.html |
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Caffeine - Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ is dedicated to all beverages and products that contain caffeine; including tea, coffee, chocolate, mate, caffeinated soft drinks, caffeinated pills, coffee beans, etc.
http://www.coffeefaq.com/caffaq.html |
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Calming Hyper Kids with Herbs by Christopher Hobbs L.Ac., A.H.G.
Many natural health practitioners and herbalists view severe hyperactivity in children as being closely related to emotional and physical nourishment. The child may be starved for affection, attention, or important nutrients that aren't available in some modern fast-food diets.
http://www.healthy.net/scr/article.asp?PageType=Article&ID=926 |
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Can Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder Result from Nutritional Deficiency?
Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons Article - ADHD may well be a manifestation of nutritional deficiency. A growing body of evidence suggests that (ADHD) may be an unanticipated manifestation of the newAmerican diet.
http://www.jpands.org/vol8no2/ottoboni.pdf |
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Children of Rage
http://members.tripod.com/LeeLydon/rage.html#eat |
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Children with ADHD benefit from time outdoors enjoying nature
The payoff for this "treatment" of children, 5 to 18 years old, who participated in a nationwide study, was a significant reduction of symptoms. The study appears in the September issue of the American Journal of Public Health.
http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2004-08/uoia-cwa082504.php |
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Coincidence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Creativity
A review of the literature on ADHD and creativity, respectively, revealed several identical or similar characteristics.
http://borntoexplore.org/adhd.htm |
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Controlling kids: are diet and toxic substances linked to attention deficit disorder? - Your Health
Rapp doesn't understand why parents are being told to put their children on drugs that can have harmful side effects without first trying simple diet changes and eliminating toxins that may be causing the problems. She claims dramatic changes can occur in four to seven days.
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1594/is_2_14/ai_98469942 |
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CranioSacral Therapy and the Central Nervous System: Dr. John Upledger
we have done a great deal of work with autism and ADHD. I would say it’s most successful with hyperactivity, and the improvement can be very significant. Autistic children may also show improvement but the therapy has to be regularly applied until the child reaches full growth. With ADHD, once you make the necessary correction, it’s over—you don’t have to worry about it anymore. The correction, when appropriate, usually involves resolving a compression in the neck area (atlas occipital region) that occurs during the birth process. I estimate about 50% of individuals with ADHD fall into this category.
http://www.latitudes.org/articles/cranio_upledger_adhd.html |
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DYSCALCULIA SYNDROME: GIFTED & MATH LEARNING DISABLED
There are a great number of students who have serious difficulties in learning mathematics, but find the rest of academic subjects easy. These students have high IQs, are excellent readers and creative writers, and learn quickly. They are frustrated by a paradoxical condition. Superior performance is easily demonstrated in thinking, verbal, reading and writing skills, and in every subject where these skills are the predominant modes of learning and assessment. But when it comes to any subject that requires understanding and application of the language of mathematics, they fail miserably, to everyone's surprise.
http://www.dyscalculia.org/Edu561.html |
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Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!)
A Project of the Autism Research Institute - page has links to DAN practioner lists in and outside the U.S.
http://www.autismwebsite.com/ari/dan/dan.htm |
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Delp's Hope Page
An educational family oriented site whose primary focus is on autism, vaccinations, and therapies for this disorder. Many resources for various agencies both Nationally and locally (Central PA). Various research papers, congressional bills, and medical issues. Other non related autism topics include, web rings I belong to and own, web awards I have earned and give, Irish history and lore, Pittsburgh Penguins and Steelers, Holocaust Museum, Civil War Museum, Cumberland county attractions, Penn State Nittany Lions, Martin Luther King, Disney and Nick Jr websites.
http://delpshopepage.org |
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Dictionary: For Parents of Children with Disabilities
Dictionary: For Parents of Children with Disabilities includes terminology used within the fields of: Testing/Evaluation, Early Intervention, Special Education and Related Services, Medical and Therapeutic Services, Family Supports and Resources, Vocational Training, Independent Living, Guardianship, and Insurance.
http://www.usd.edu/cd/publications/dictionary.pdf |
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Doctor/Therapist Specialists
On this page you will find the names and descriptions of specialty doctors and therapists with whom parents of special needs children often have to spend a lot of time.
http://www.geocities.com/~kasmom/specialists.html |
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Does Your Child Have the Edison Gene? By Thom Hartmann
Like Thomas Edison, kids with ADHD have the kind of intelligence that makes them pioneers, explorers and innovators.
http://www.beliefnet.com/story/131/story_13169.html |
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Drug Class Review on Pharmacologic Treatments for ADHD
http://www.ohsu.edu/drugeffectiveness/reports/documents/ADHD%20Final%20Report.pdf |
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Effect of the herbal extract combination Panax quinquefolium and Ginkgo biloba on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: a p
These preliminary results suggest AD-FX treatment may improve symptoms of ADHD and should encourage further research on the use of ginseng and Ginkgo biloba extracts to treat ADHD symptoms.
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0FDN/is_4_6/ai_78539423 |
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Effect of vitamin-mineral supplementation on juvenile delinquency among American schoolchildren
a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial. CONCLUSION: Poor nutritional habits in children that lead to low concentrations of water-soluble vitamins in blood, impair brain function and subsequently cause violence and other serious antisocial behavior. Correction of nutrient intake, either through a well-balanced diet or low-dose vitamin-mineral supplementation, corrects the low concentrations of vitamins in blood, improves brain function and subsequently lowers institutional violence and antisocial behavior by almost half.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=10706231&dopt=Abstract |
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Efficacy of carnitine in the treatment of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Treatment with carnitine significantly decreased the attention problems and aggressive behavior in boys with ADHD.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12213433&query_hl=5 |
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EnteroLab
EnteroLab is a registered and fully accredited* clinical laboratory specializing in the analysis of intestinal specimens for food sensitivities (reactions by the immune system to common proteins in the diet) that cause a variety of symptoms and diseases. One particular area of our focus relates to intestinal conditions caused by immune reactivity to a protein called gluten which is found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats. Recent research in our laboratory indicates that immune sensitivity to gluten is exceedingly common, present in 30-40% of all Americans. Although these reactions can cause malnutrition, growth failure in children, osteoporosis, many autoimmune diseases (including colitis, diabetes, arthritis, and many others), most of the affected individuals are unaware they have it because there have been no sensitive tests capable of diagnosis. Similar sensitivity to yeast in the diet has been linked to the development of an inflammatory intestinal disease called Crohn's disease.
http://www.enterolab.com/ |
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Essential Oils and ADD study
Information on essential oils and their relevence to ADD.
http://atlanticinstitute.com/parp.html |
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Factors to Consider when Selecting an Expert
A professional license does not guarantee competence. How should parents approach the task of finding competent experts?
http://www.harborhouselaw.com/articles/rpalmer.evalteam.htm |
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Fidgeting children 'learn more'
Children who fidget with their hands in class learn more quickly than those who stay still, say researchers.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/4437171.stm |
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Fluorescent lights
Post with links to articles on how flurescent lights can effect hyperactivity in school children
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ADHD_DrugFree/message/3165 |
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Fragile X Syndrome - Characteristics
Males and females exhibit quite different physical, cognitive, behavioral, sensory, speech and language impacts of fragile X syndrome. In general, females with fragile X either do not have the characteristics seen in males, or the characteristics show up in a milder form.
http://www.fragilex.org/html/characteristics.htm |
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Fragile X Syndrome - Characteristics of ADHD
A very high percentage of boys with fragile X syndrome (80-90%) are thought to meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. For girls with fragile X, the percentage is lower (35-47%), but still significant.
http://www.fragilex.org/html/adhd.htm |
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Genetic Linkage of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder on Chromosome 16p13, in a Region Implicated in Autism
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder in childhood and likely represents an extreme of normal behavior. ADHD significantly impacts learning in school-age children and leads to impaired functioning throughout the life span. There is strong evidence for a genetic etiology of the disorder, although putative alleles, principally in dopamine-related pathways suggested by candidate-gene studies, have very small effect sizes.
http://www.journals.uchicago.edu/AJHG/journal/issues/v71n4/024058/024058.html |
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Go Out and Play Nature Adds Up for ADD Kids
A study by University of Illinois researchers Andrea Faber Taylor, Frances E. Kuo and William C. Sullivan has revealed that the symptoms of children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) are relieved after contact with nature. The greener the setting, the more the relief.
http://www.herl.uiuc.edu/kids-short.htm http://www.herl.uiuc.edu/IMAGES/scientific_article_KC.pdf |
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Guide To Intestinal Health in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Kirkman's 178-page Guide is a comprehensive review of intestinal health issues in Autism Spectrum Disorders (to include ADHD) and the options available for treating them.
http://www.geocities.com/ARNFL/kirkmanbook.pdf |
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Health Food Store Locator by state
1229 listings alphabetically by USA city within state, Canadian Province, other countries. This page created May, 5th 2005. To view recently added listings search a specific geography.
http://www.organicconsumers.org/foodcoops.htm |
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Herbal Treatments for ADHD/ADD
Great site with information about herbs for treating ADHD.
http://www.healing-arts.org/children/ADHD/herbal.htm |
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Herbal supplements: How they're labeled and regulated By Mayo Clinic staff
In 1994, Congress passed the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA). This act limited the FDA's control over products labeled a "dietary supplement." The DSHEA states that manufacturers don't have to prove the safety or efficacy of a product before they put it on the market.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?objectid=AA08B116-819D-4B5A-B1762D54761490D9 |
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IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY WITH LECITHIN by Dianne Craft, MA
This article will explore another important fatty acid, lecithin, that helps the body digest and utilize the fats and oils that are so important to efficient brain and nerve function. Perhaps the greatest recent discovery is the use of lecithin to activate a sluggish mind, and improve memory.
http://www.diannecraft.com/Lecithinarticle.html |
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Inositol and OCD By Frederick Penzel, Ph.D.
Inositol is converted by the body to two secondary neurotransmitter chemicals that enhance the action of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin, as we know, is a brain transmitter chemical that has been implicated in OCD and related disorders.
http://www.homestead.com/westsuffolkpsych/Inositol_and_OCD.html |
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Junk food in your cafeteria?
Many teachers and school administrators are discovering that reducing junk food has led not only to fewer student weight problems, but also to better behavior and concentration in the classroom.
http://www.educationnews.org/reducing-school-junk-food-reaps.htm |
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L-Carnitine Effective for Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder
Supplementation with L-carnitine decreases attention problems and aggressive behavior in boys with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a report in Prostaglandins Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids (2002;67:33–8).
http://cam.utmb.edu/HealthNotes/newswire_2002_12_19_1.htm |
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L-carnitine reduces impulsive behaviour in adolescent rats.
The attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can affect human infants and adolescents. One important feature of this disorder is behavioural impulsivity. This study assessed the ability of chronic acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC, saline or 100 mg/kg SC, plus 50 mg/kg orally) to reduce impulsivity in a validated animal model for ADHD
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=15138763 |
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Landau-Kleffner Syndrome Information Page
Landau-Kleffner syndrome (LKS) is a rare, childhood neurological disorder characterized by the sudden or gradual development of aphasia (the inability to understand or express language) and an abnormal electro-encephalogram (EEG). LKS affects the parts of the brain that control comprehension and speech. The disorder usually occurs in children between the ages of 5 and 7 years. Typically, children with LKS develop normally but then lose their language skills for no apparent reason.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/landaukleffnersyndrome/landaukleffnersyndrome.htm |
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Links to books, etc, for Natural Therapies
Lists of books and other links on natural ADD therapies
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/ritalin.htm |
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Living with ADHD All Sides of the Coin by Anthony J Woods
This site outlines a research paper into the handicap that is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The author attempts to provide insight into this potentially debilitating handicap from the viewpoint of both the parent of ADHD children and the sufferer of the condition.
http://www.livingwithadhd.net |
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Manganese and Hyperactive Behaviors: Pilot Study of School-Age Children Exposed through Tap Water
The findings of this pilot study indicate that exposure to high levels of Mn in tap water is associated with elevated MnH levels in children, and MnH is significantly associated with increased levels of hyperactive and oppositional behaviors in the classroom. The findings suggest a continuum in the relation between MnH and hyperactive behaviors in the classroom, with all children presenting elevated levels on certain scales having MnH levels above the normal range.
http://www.ehponline.org/members/2006/9504/9504.html |
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Miriam Bender Achievement Center in Indianapolis
A major contributing cause of these ADHD symptoms in at least 75% of the cases is a specific reflex--the Symmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR). The behaviors caused by an interfering STNR are the same as most of the behaviors that are classified as ADHD symptoms.
http://www.stoppingadhd.com/ |
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Myth of Calcium by Phil Bate PhD
If you listen to the ads on the media, you know that calcium is not only important to health, but it's critical to women to avoid osteoporis asthey age. There's some partial truth, but not much, as the whole truth doesn't sell product. Let's look at the whole story.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ADHD_DrugFree/message/14425 |
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Neurodevelopmental Exercises
Link to a non-profit organization in Oregon that provides a neurodevelopmental exercise program helpful to ADHD, attachment, and many other situations. The organization is called Northwest Neurodevelopmental Training Centre. Scroll through the site to find articles describing the impact of a neurodevelopmental program.
http://www.nwneuro.info/ |
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New Clues to Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children
Children suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may be ignoring visual information to their left and being diagnosed mistakenly as having dyslexia, according to new research
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=20422 |
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Outcome-Based Comparison of Ritalin ® versus Food-Supplement Treated Children with AD/HD
Numerous studies suggest that biochemical heterogeneous etiologies for AD/HD cluster around at least eight risk factors:food and additive allergies, heavy metal toxicity and other environmental toxins, low-protein/high-carbohydrate diets, mineral imbalancessential fatty acid and phospholipide deficiencies amino acid deficiencies, thyroids disorders, and B-vitamin deficiencies.
http://www.thorne.com/altmedrev/.fulltext/8/3/319.pdf |
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Parent Ratings of Behavioral Effects of Biomedical Interventions Treatment Effectiveness Survey
The parents of autistic children represent a vast and important reservoir of information on the benefits-and adverse effects- of the large variety of drugs and other interventions that have been tried with their children. Since 1967 the Autism Research Institute has been collecting parent ratings of the usefulness of the many interventions tried on their autistic children. There are three sections: Drugs, Biomedical/Non-Drug/Supplements, and Special Diets.
http://www.autismwebsite.com/ari/treatment/form34q.htm |
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Playing games for self-esteem - McGill scientists design world-first: computer games that enhance self-acceptance
Can computer games help raise self-esteem? Absolutely. In a world-first study, researchers from McGill University’s Department of Psychology have created and tested computer games that are specifically designed to help people enhance their self-acceptance. Includes links to the games
http://www.selfesteemgames.mcgill.ca/news/index.htm |
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Questions To Ask When Selecting a Professional To Assess or Treat ADHD
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/assessment/adhd_assessment.html |
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Reactive Attachment Disorder
Fundamental to RAD kids is that they haven’t bonded and are unable to trust. They have learned that the adults in their lives are untrustworthy. Trust hasn’t worked for them. Without trust, there cannot be love, and without love they are emotionally underdeveloped. Instead of love, rage has developed within them.
http://www.radkid.org/ |
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Ritalin-Free Website
Homeopathic treatments to remain Ritalin Free
http://www.ritalinfreekids.com/ |
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Skin Deep - A Safety Assessment of Ingredients in Personal Care Products
Most consumers would be surprised to learn that the government does not require health studies or pre-market testing for cosmetics and other personal care products before they are sold. June, 2004 Article also has a link toEWG's Searchable Product Guide lets you see what's known about the potential health risks from the personal care products you use every day.
http://www.ewg.org/reports/skindeep/report/executive_summary.php |
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Social Relationships: A Parent's Guide by Schwablearning.org
Children with learning and/or attention problems often experience frustration and miscommunication in their relationships with peers and adults. This guide includes exclusive SchwabLearning.org articles and interviews featuring experts who explain why this occurs and what you can do to help your child improve her social skills. You'll also find a list of suggested resources on this topic.
http://www.schwablearning.org/pdfs/EGuide_SocialRelationships.pdf?date=2-22-05&status=updated |
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Specific Carbohydrate Diet ™
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet ™ was designed for patients with intestinal diseases, but has been "found" by parents of children with autism. The kids on the diet are doing very well.
http://www.pecanbread.com/ |
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Specific Carbohydrate Diet™ - ABOUT AUTISM
This chapter will review some of the research dealing with the Gut-Brain Axis in child developmental disorders. It will point out how dietary intervention with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet addresses and often overcomes conditions thought to be at the root of autism spectrum disorders as well as some cases of epilepsy and attention deficit disorder
http://www.breakingtheviciouscycle.info/autism/about_autism.htm |
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Studying Stools
A lot of information can be gathered from just observing stools. Color, texture, consistency, and other 'properties' can give clues to what is happening in digestion.
http://www.enzymestuff.com/rtstools.htm |
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Symptom Charting
People familiar with bipolar disorder are probably also familiar with the term “mood chart”. It is understood in most bipolar communities that charting mood and other factors leads to a better understanding of one’s particular brand of bipolar disorder and what affects their illness. But other disorders can benefit from symptom charting. ADHD parents are very familiar with sticker charts, behavior charts and point systems which have been shown helpful in reducing unwanted ADHD symptoms and the behaviors that result. Charting frequency of impulsivity, distractibility, lack of attention, energy level and depression can aid parents of ADHD children in making discipline and other parenting decisions. Tracking obsessions and the behaviors that result can help those with OCD become more cognitively aware of the frequency and severity of their symptoms. Charting social difficulties (and successes, too) of children with autism and NVLD can aid parents and teachers in developing strategies to teach the child more appropriate communication skills. In fact, there is probably no chronic brain condition that could not benefit from daily monitoring or charting.
http://www.gcbf.org/information/article3.html |
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The Results Project ™
We give a lab test not an evaluation. We're a grass roots program dedicated to raising public awareness of working with success traits built into most ADD & ADHD kids as well as other learning challenges. We offer a 4-step, 12-week program that will get you a lab test plus results with improving the quality of life for your children. --- What The Results Project™ is doing is using an immune system modulator called Glyconutritionals and Phytochemicals that support the immune system naturally so the body can regulate itself to raise or lower the nutrition your child is unbalanced in.
http://www.resultsproject.net/ |
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The Toxic Metal connection to ADD, Aggressiveness, Impulsivity, Violence, Delinquency, Criminality, and Mass murderers/Serial k
Large numbers of peer-reviewed studies have found that the majority of such developmental neurological disorders such as ADD, dyslexia, autism, schizophrenia, other mood disorders, and learning disabilities are primarily caused by prenatal and neonatal exposures to toxic metals or other toxics. Common exposures have been documented for mercury(vaccines, amalgam fillings, fish), lead(paint, soil, water fixtures), arsenic(treated wood, pesticides,shellfish,other foods), aluminum(processed food,pans), cadmium(shellfish, paint,piping), antimony(Scotch guard), manganese(soy milk,welding, metal works). All of these are documented to be extremely neurotoxic.
http://www.home.earthlink.net/~berniew1/violence.html |
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Therapy information for ADD and more!
An article about brain chemistry and ADD as well as links
http://truefreedom.micronuts.com/html/add_adhd.html |
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Thyroid Disorders in Children
This website has been designed to help empower parents of children with thyroid disorders. All the information herein is subject to opinion.
http://members.tripod.com/~TDmagicmom/ |
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Thyroid hormones correlate with symptoms of hyperactivity but not inattention in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
The data support the hypothesis that thyroid hormones may provide a physiological basis for the dichotomy between symptoms of inattention and symptoms of hyperactivity, particularly when DSM-IV criteria are applied.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=9149332&query_hl=5 |
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Touch-pressure technique - Brush Therapy
The touch-pressure technique is a specific protocol used to decrease tactile defensiveness and to promote normal sensory organization. This technique, when applied correctly, gives the nervous system a chance to organize itself. This input may help decrease avoidance behaviors and irritability. It may also help increase ability to engage in activities such as exploring, touching and manipulating objects. It may promote normal sleep/wake patterns, attention to environment and social interactions.
http://preemiemum.com/touchpressure_technique_.htm |
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Toxic Metals and ADHD
How they can affect our internal chemistry
http://www.extremehealthusa.com/source.html |
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Treatment of Mood Lability and Explosive Rage with Minerals and Vitamins
These cases suggest that mood lability and explosive rage can, in some cases, be managed with a mixture of biologically active minerals and vitamins, without using lithium or other traditional psychopharmacologic agents.
http://www.autismcanada.org/Research/mood%20and%20minerals%20vitamins.pdf |
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Trichotillomania
It is officially classified as an impulse control disorder, along the lines of pyromania, kleptomania, and pathologic gambling.
http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/92.cfm |
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Types of ADD/ADHD in the form of the characters from Winnie the Pooh!
I have included this explanation for ADD/ADHD because I personally love things to do with Winnie the Pooh and Friends, also over the years since our son has been diagnosed we have often commented on the similarities of some of the characters from these stories and some of the people we know who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD.
http://www.adders.org/info101.htm |
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UCLA Geneticists Find Location of Major Gene in ADHD; Targeted Region Also Linked to Autism
UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute researchers have localized a region on chromosome 16 that is likely to contain a risk gene for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, the most prevalent childhood-onset psychiatric disorder.
http://newsroom.ucla.edu/page.asp?id=3612 |
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UNDERSTANDING AUTISM - The Physiological Basis and Biomedical Intervention Options of Autism Spectrum Disorders
If you believe that ADHD is an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or not, many of the biomedical intervents that work for ASD also work very well to lessen and help manage the effects of ADHD.
http://www.cbcutah.org/Documents/Understanding%20Autism%2018JAN04.pdf |
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Understanding Tests and Measurements for the Parent and Advocate
This comprehensive article will help parents and advocates understand the tests and evaluations involved in assessing a child with learning disabilities plus how to incorporate evaluation data into the I.E.P. process.
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/assessment/tests_measurements.html |
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Use of Acupressure Magnetic Pellets in the Treatment of ADHD
In traditional acupuncture texts gold is described as "tonifying" and silver is described as "sedating". Our premise in using gold pellets was that severely hyperactive, inattentive children had an underlying deficiency with "empty fire" symptoms. Some of the children may respond better to silver pellets. Future studies of a crossover design may actually document claims made about gold and silver needles in the ancient texts
http://www.1hpi.com/hpp18/paper-11.html |
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Use of acupressure beads in the treatment of ADHD
We have used a type of acupressure bead (called "ear magnet seeds" in Chinese), to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children (Clin Acu Orient Med 1:31-2, 2000). The bead, a round metallic object coated with gold, is taped to the posterior surface of the ear just opposite the Shenmen location on the anterior surface. There is often a clear sensation of Qi when this bead is applied. One can frequently observe distended veins, moderate erythemia, and poor skin tone at this location, suggesting a need for tonification treatment. The beads do not need to be pressed or manipulated. Treatment is more-or-less continuous for the duration of the patient’s problem.
http://www.akupunktur-aktuell.de/fb0126_1.htm |
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What are some nutritional causes of ADHD?
Information page about ADHD and various causes of it, as well as what might help to treat it. Nurtients, etc.
http://www.makeripples.com/education/library/ADD&ADHD/ADD-ADHD.htm |
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What the Experts say about ADD
TONS of documents by "EXPERTS" on treating ADD
http://www.holisticmed.com/add/#experts |
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Youth sports can help children get a healthy lifestyle
Sports can also be treatment alternatives for children with Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
http://www.belvoireagle.com/archives/2006/FEB/16/youth.shtml |
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