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Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorders

6-question Adult Self Report Scale (ASRS) Diagnosis (World Health Organisation, 2003)

Case Histories & Testimonials

PTSD & Alcoholism: 5 cases

Tips on ADD/ADHD

by the Biofeedback Centre in Maitland, Florida

1. You would think ADHD children get enough exercise in their regular hyperfocused and energetic day. There is evidence that martial arts have a substantially positive effect on these children.

2. When a new born preterm infants were given 15 minute three times a day of gentle touch and passive movement they had 50% greater weight gain, were more active and responsive, were discharged 6 days earlier, had improved growth as well as better physical and mental abilities 8-12 months after birth, and the cost saving per infant was $3,000 US (Field et al, 1986).

This demonstrated there is excellent reason to believe ADHD children benefit from increased physical interaction, touching, petting, caressing, rubbing, massaging, and roughhouse play with appropriate adults.

3. Doris Rapp, MD and one of the pioneers of food allergy research with over 40 years experience, states 66% of ADHD kids are allergic to foods. In addition to pollen, mold and chemicals (such as additives and food colouring), milk, wheat and corn are the most common triggers for ADHD. Dr. Rapp explains that resulting symptoms can be controlled within one to three days!

4. Want to increase your endurance and boost energy? Take zinc. A recent USDA (United States Drug Administration) researchers found a group of men who were put on a low zinc diet got tired more quickly while exercising than when on a high zinc diet. Moreover, when they were low in zinc, their levels of blood enzymes that protect against muscle soreness were 10%-12% lower.

5. Dr. John Taylor points out our children are what they eat. Author of over 20 books and TV programmes on ADD, Dr. Taylor advised parents feed their children a wholesome balanced diet, avoid fast foods, look for allergies, and be sensitive about chemical additives. He also says "of all the tools for ADHD, Neurofeedback has the greatest amount of research backing it." (Dr. Taylor’s book, Answers…).

6. There are more than 40,000 chemicals added to foods in the US. In Europe, you’ll only be exposed to 20! Food dyes and chemicals can contribute to ADD and ADHD in susceptible children. If your child is sensitive to sulfa drugs or aspirin, avoid all dyes and consider the Feingold Association for more information on an available diet.

7. Antibiotics may put your child’s tendons at risk.

It’s always good to give your child’s body rest when he/she is recovering from an infection. It may be especially important if you’re using fluoroquinolone antibiotics often prescribed for urinary tract, pulmonary, and other infections. Fluoroquinolones may affect tendons in the knee, thigh, calf or shoulder.

Technical Papers & Abstracts

Cho, B. H., Kim, S., Shin, D. I., Lee, J. H., Lee S. M.,; Kim I. Y., et al. (Oct. 2004). Neurofeedback training with virtual reality for inattention and impulsiveness. Cyberpsychology & Behavior: The Impact Of The Internet, Multimedia And Virtual Reality On Behavior And Society, (5), 519-26. Retrieved from Medline Database.

Cynthia A. R., George W., Hynd, M. J. C., & Jose J. G. (1999). Neurofeedback for the management of attention deficit./hyperactivity disorder. Exceptional Children, 60. 493-522

Barabasz, A, & Barabasz, M. (1995). Attention Deficit Hyperactivity, Disorder: Neurological Basis and Treatment Alternatives.

Special Issue on Attention Deficit Disorders, Child Study Journal. Retrieved from ISNR Database.

Duffy, F.H..(Jan 2000). The state of EEG biofeedback therapy (EEG operant conditioning) in 2000: an editor's opinion. Clin Electroencephalogr. 31(1):V-VII.

Hynd, G. W. Hem, K. L., Voeller, K. K., & Marshall, R. M. (1991). Neurobiological basis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). School Psychological Review, 20,174-186.

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Lubar J. F., (1991). Discourse on the development of EEG diagnostics and biofeedback for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders. Biofeedback and Self-Regulation, 16, 20 1225.

Lubar, J. F. (1991). Discourse on the development of EEG diagnostics and biofeedback for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders. Biofeedback and Self-Regulation, 1(16), 3, 201-225.

Lubar, J. F. & Shouse, M. N. (1976). EEG and behavioral changes in a hyperkinetic child concurrent with training of the sensorimotor rhythm (SMR): ISNR preliminary report. Biofeedback and Self Regulation, 3, 293-306.

Swanson, J., Mcbumett, T., Wigal, T., Pfiffner, L., Lerner, M., Williams, L., et al. (1993). Effect of stimulant medication on children with attention deficit disorder: A "review of reviews." Exceptional Children, 60( 2), 154-162.

Thompson, L., & Thompson, M. (Dec. 1998). Neurofeedback combined with training in metacognitive strategies: effectiveness in students with ADD. Applied Psychophysiology And Biofeedback, 23 (4), 243-63. Retrieved from Medline Database.

Trudeau, D. L.(Jan. 2000). ADHD Neurological Basis & Treatment Alternatives. Clinical Electroencephalogr, 31(1):13-22.

Othmer, S., Othmer, S. F., & Marks, C. S. (Sept. 1991). EEG biofeedback training for attention deficit disorder, specific learning disabilities, and associated conduct problems, Retrieved from EEG Spectrum Inc.