Why You Should Use Natural Adhd Remedies

October 29, 2009 by · 9 Comments
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When my son was diagnosed with ADHD, trying to decide the best action for treatment was physically and emotionally exhaustive because as a Mom, i wanted what was best for him. Was it going to be natural ADHD remedies or prescription medicine? After doing some research and finding out all the negative side effects of prescription drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderall, I steered toward natural ADHD alternatives.

Even though these prescription drugs have proven effective in many children, I owed it to my son to try some very safe and highly effective natural alternatives. No side effects versus negative side effects was an easy decision for me to make.

Ritalin, Adderall and Concerta (all stimulant drugs) increase brain activity which in turn increases a child’s alertness and heightens his attention span. Side effects that are common, but negative, include headaches, irritability, loss of appetite, insomnia, and others. Concerta is considered worse though as recent studies have shown much more serious side effects such as psychosis, hallucinations and suicidal thoughts.

Are you starting to see why I chose natural ADHD remedies?

The prescription drug, Strattera, is a non-stimulant. It can increase your child’s attention span as well as control impulsive behavior. It does this by “keeping an eye on” a chemical in the brain that controls these functions. But again there are side effects such as moodiness, fatigue and decreased appetite.

Wellbutrin, an anti-depressant, decreases anxiety and helps with mood by changing brain chemical composition. This drug is usually prescribed to kids diagnosed with both ADHD and depression. Side effects can include dizziness, weight loss and suicidal thoughts.

Many natural ADHD remedies have proven to be just as effective and can be much safer alternatives than giving your child Ritalin, Adderall, or other prescriptions. Homeopathic and herbal remedies do not have the negative side effects that are often accompanied with prescriptions.

When researching natural ADHD remedies, make sure it includes herbs or homeopathic ingredients which have been shown to be the most effective.

Herbs that will help include:

* Valerian: This is a medicinal herb that is sometimes used as a sedative, but also seems to have stimulant properties that make it an effective ADHD herbal remedy.

* Oatstraw: acts as a nerve tonic whose calming effects grow with time and consistent use.

* Ginkgo: Extracts of the ginkgo biloba tree, a rare Chinese tree, have long been used to treat a variety of ailments, and it has been found that the extracts are also a useful herbal remedy for ADHD.

Homeopathic ingredients that will help include Hyoscyamus, Tuberculinum, Arsen iod, and Verta alb.

There are many natural ADHD remedies that are formulated specifically for children with ADHD. Remember to give the remedy some time to take effect because even though they are much safer, they do take time for positive results. Every child is unique and will react uniquely to the remedy. Also make sure you tell your child’s doctor what you are doing because combining natural remedies with prescription drugs can be dangerous.

You will find that natural ADHD remedies can provide your child with a safe and natural path to an ADHD symptom-free life.

Diana Ketchen
http://www.articlesbase.com/alternative-medicine-articles/why-you-should-use-natural-adhd-remedies-718518.html

Anxiety Drugs: Do They Really Treat Anxiety Attacks

July 22, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Mental Health 

Anxiety and panic attacks are problems that affect many people on a daily basis and

are more common than many people believe. if you do not suffer from one of them, then you probably know someone who suffers from these disorders, even if you do not realize it. A lot of us experience anxiety some time in our lives, but for about five per cent of people it’s so severe and persistent and contols most of their daily life.

Anxiety and panic attacks, are some of the most common psychological disorders and affect women more often than men, they are more common than you think.

If you have this disorder, you may think that drugs are the only option to treat anxiety attacks. Medication can relieve some of the symptoms of anxiety, but it doesn’t cure the underlying problem and it’s usually not a long-term solution. Anxiety drugs also come with side effects and safety concerns, such as the risk of

addiction. Many anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines work by reducing brain activity, this leads to side effects beyond anxiety relief. All benzodiazepines relieve anxiety (anxiolytic) but some act as sleeping agents too.

Drug companies spend billions promoting the view that depression and anxiety are biological illnesses and can only effectively be treated with drugs. All independent research indicates that the right psychotherapeutic intervention relieves symptoms more quickly and is more likely to prevent relapse.

The truth is anxiety and panic attacks are the most highly treatable of all mental health conditions. And you don’t have to rely on controversial antidepressant drugs to treat anxiety and panic attacks.

 

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