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		<title>5 Steps To A New Life With ADHD Natural Remedies</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:53:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In keeping with Western medicine, ADHD is attributable to a lack of the neurotransmitters dopamine as well as norepinephrine. Though there is absolutely nothing mistaken by way of linking the disorder to a neurotransmitter deficiency, it might be nearsighted to concentrate on remedying the condition with stimulant treatment as an alternative of trying to find the root of the inadequacy.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Based on Western medicine, ADD is attributable to a deficiency of the neurotransmitters dopamine as well as norepinephrine. Although there&#8217;s absolutely nothing improper with linking the dysfunction to a lack of neurotransmitters, it might be nearsighted to focus on treating the situation with stimulant medicine as a substitute of looking for the basis of the deficiency.
At the biological stage, all neurotransmitters are product of amino acids, the essential building protein blocks. At hand are twenty sorts of amino acids that fall into 2 groups: important amino acids, which the body cannot manufacture, as well as non-important amino acids, that the body makes from proteins and other amino acids. Eating amino acid supplements to extend neurotransmitter production &#8211; a method also called &#8220;pre <a href='http://lifewithadhd.com/adhd-alternative-therapy/5-steps-to-a-new-life-with-adhd-natural-remedies.php'>Read More</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ADHD Kids Find Relief in Video Games Study Claims</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:14:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ADHD Dad</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A first-of-its-kind survey is bringing great news to parents and children alike indicating that certain types of video games appear to have a therapeutic effect on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
According to the survey conducted by Information Solutions Group on behalf of PopCap Games, &#8220;casual&#8221; video games appear to lessen symptoms of ADHD by increasing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[A first-of-its-kind survey is bringing great news to parents and children alike indicating that certain types of video games appear to have a therapeutic effect on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
According to the survey conducted by Information Solutions Group on behalf of PopCap Games, &#8220;casual&#8221; video games appear to lessen symptoms of ADHD by increasing attention span, providing stress relief, and improving memory strength and focus. Moreover, because of the increased sense of accomplishment experienced in playing the games, survey respondents reported enjoying this form of therapy.
Dr. Carl Arinoldo, a Stony Brook, New York-based psychologist of 25 years&#8217; experience comments, &#8220;It seems that children with AD/HD often lack that sense of control that comes much more e <a href='http://lifewithadhd.com/adhd-research/adhd-kids-find-relief-in-video-games-study-claims.php'>Read More</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>7 Steps Toward Creating the Best Learning Environment for Your ADD/ ADHD Child</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:43:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ADHD Dad</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your child can&#8217;t finish homework, he&#8217;s always moving,  and he gets distracted easily&#8230; are these behaviors recognizable in your home?  Students with Attention Deficit Disorder are easily distracted and they also can  be a distraction to others. Attention Deficit Disorder is a syndrome  characterized by serious and persistent difficulties in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Your child can&#8217;t finish homework, he&#8217;s always moving,  and he gets distracted easily&#8230; are these behaviors recognizable in your home?  Students with Attention Deficit Disorder are easily distracted and they also can  be a distraction to others. Attention Deficit Disorder is a syndrome  characterized by serious and persistent difficulties in the following three  specific areas:
* Attention span 
* Impulse control 
* Hyperactivity (sometimes)
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ADD/ ADHD is a chronic disorder that can begin in infancy and extend through  adulthood, having negative effects on a child&#8217;s life at home, school, and within  the community. It is conservatively estimated that 5-10% of our school-age  population is affected by ADD ADHD. Establishing the proper learning environment  at home can make all the  <a href='http://lifewithadhd.com/adhd-in-the-classroom/7-steps-toward-creating-the-best-learning-environment-for-your-add-adhd-child.php'>Read More</a>]]></content:encoded>
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