Treat ADHD the Natural Way

The Herbal Alternatives for ADHD

Children diagnosed with ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder are prone to poor concentration, hyperactivity, low emotional development levels and irritability. They are unable to sleep for long periods of time, and when awake, are unable to sit still or stay at one activity for long. This disorder affects both the parents and the children adversely – the older folks do not have a moment’s rest while the kids themselves suffer at school because they’re unable to concentrate on lessons or other activities. Some children are affected by thyroid disorders when they hit puberty. ADHD continues into adulthood, and if not treated, can have adverse effects on both personal and professional aspects.

Allopathic medicines do help in controlling the disorder but there are side effects that make this option dicey in nature. Most of the drugs prescribed in the treatment of ADHD are antidepressants that are mild forms of amphetamines and so tend to cause sleeplessness and a buildup of nervous energy in the children. Those with epileptic tendencies are also prone to seizures when on these drugs. Some children suffer from a reduction in red blood cells and platelet counts.

Herbal remedies on the other hand are as effective as their allopathic counterparts in getting the disorder under control when administered in the right doses. Some herbs that are exceptionally useful in this discipline are Gingko Biloba, Scuttelaria, German Chamomile, Hawthorn, Avena Sativa, Rooibos, Lemon Balm,