Author: Robert William Locke..
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Worried parents often think that watching too much TV, bad schooling or a poor diet may well be the causes of ADHD and they sometimes blame themselves. But the lastest research has identified genetic causes and also biological causes which cause chemical imbalance in the child's brain as the main culprits.
The hereditary factor in ADHD has now been established. About 25% of close relatives in families with ADHD are more likely to suffer from the same conditon. The figures for the general population are much lower, only about 5%.
What is the biological cause? Food colourings and additives such as E102, E104, E110 have come under a lot of scrutiny recently. In the latest study organized by the British Food Agency and published in the Lancet, the findings show that these colourings and additives in our kids' food tends to exacerbate their levels of hyperactivity.
Any imbalance of the chemicals that help nerve cells in the brain communicate with each other, called neurotransmitters, may well be a factor in the development of ADHD symptoms. Without enough of these chemicals, the organizing centers of the brain don't work well and thus lead to impulsiveness and lack of concentration.
Many experts believe that if certain snacks and drinks are to blame for ADHD, why are there no warning notices on the packaging to alert parents ? If that were to happen, there would be social implications as well, because children like to eat the same things as their peers. We are only at the beginning of this research so further studies are necessary.
How safe are the drugs which are used to treat ADHD in children? The stimulant drugs are :- Ritalin, Concerta and Adderall. Strattera is a non-stimulant drug which is very popular.
Many parents worry that these drugs can have side effects on their children and are understandably cautious. Certainly, children with pre-existing heart conditions are at risk and that is why any child on these drugs should have regular check ups. These would normally be heart, blood pressue and blood tests. Because of the risks to children, Adderall has been withdrawn in Canada.
Parents often seek alternatives to drugs. Diet, exercise and changes in routine can all have a beneficial effect. The great advantage in using herbal or homeopathic remedies is that they have no side effects and sedation is not a problem either. These remedies act by rebalancing any irregularities in the child's brain and nervous system, thereby ensuring serenity and good health.
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