99 Ways to Manage AD/HD
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Stars indicate level of caution needed, with one being least and five being the most
Cognitive ("Brain") Training
1. Neurofeedback / Edufeedback **
1. Neurofeedback / Edufeedback **
2. Meditation *
3. Brainwave Entrainment ***
4. Chess *
5. Metronome *
6. Sequencing
7. Brain Games
Self-help & Therapy
8. Hypnosis ***
9. Drama Therapy *
10. Behavior Modification *
11. NLP
12. Support Groups *
13. Professional Coaching *
14. Buddy/Peer Coaching *
15. One-on-one Psychotherapy**
Prescription Medications for ADHD / ADD
16. Stimulants: Adderall, Concerta, Daytrana, Desoxyn, Dexedrine, Dextrostat, Focalin, Methylin, Metadate, Ritalin, Vyvanse **** / *****Cylert
17. Straterra (Atomexetine) ****
Physical Therapies - With or Without Any Provider
18. Brain Gym **
19. General Physical Exercise **
20. Acupressure **
21. Ping Pong **
22. Karate **
23. Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates **
23. Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates **
...... With a Provider
24. Acupuncture **
25. Chiropractic ***24. Acupuncture **
Diet & Supplements
in synergy with other nutrition factors
26. High Protein **
27. High Fiber / Low Refined Carb/Sugar **
28. Avoiding salicylates **
29. Avoiding Certain Preservatives, Artificial Colors, Flavors *
27. High Fiber / Low Refined Carb/Sugar **
28. Avoiding salicylates **
29. Avoiding Certain Preservatives, Artificial Colors, Flavors *
30. Frequent Hydration **
31. More regimented Diet programs, such as Feingold**
32. Omega 3 / DHA **
33. phophatidylserine **
34. Co-enzyme Q-10 **
35. Digestive Enzymes & Probiotics **
33. phophatidylserine **
34. Co-enzyme Q-10 **
35. Digestive Enzymes & Probiotics **
36. Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium **
37. Choline & Lechithin **
38. Vitamins C & E **
39. Huperzine A **
37. Choline & Lechithin **
38. Vitamins C & E **
39. Huperzine A **
40. Selenium**
41. NADH ***
42. DMAE **
43. Pregnenonline **
42. DMAE **
43. Pregnenonline **
44. Vitamins B3 (niacin), B6, B12**
45. Multi-vitamins & Iron**
46. Ginkgo ***
47. Gotu Kolu ***
48. GABA & Melatonin***
49. Skullcap & Camomile ***
46. Ginkgo ***
47. Gotu Kolu ***
48. GABA & Melatonin***
49. Skullcap & Camomile ***
50. Ginseng***
Alternative Oral Remedies
51. Focus
52. Be Calm'd
53. Attend
54. Amino Acid Therapy
52. Be Calm'd
53. Attend
54. Amino Acid Therapy
Environmental Factors
55. Limiting TV
56. Limiting Computer Time, especially video games *
56. Limiting Computer Time, especially video games *
57. Improved Quality of Sleep *
58. Improved Air Quality & Ventilation
59. Ample sunlight & Fresh Air
60. Ample fresh air
61. Low Distraction Factor
62. ADD-Friendly Spaces
59. Ample sunlight & Fresh Air
60. Ample fresh air
61. Low Distraction Factor
62. ADD-Friendly Spaces
Non-prescription Medications
63. Nicotine ***
64. Extended release caffeine***
65. Non-Drowsy Antihistamines ***
64. Extended release caffeine***
65. Non-Drowsy Antihistamines ***
Tools
66. Organizational Tools
67. Possession and People Trackers
68. Direction Aids
69. Timers
70. Reminders
70. Reminders
Key Habits & Routines
71. Using a Time Tracker
72. Being Accountable
73. Goal & Prioritizing Worksheets
74. Problem Solving Worksheets
75. Reducing Stress to Avoid Paralysis
85. Self Education
73. Goal & Prioritizing Worksheets
74. Problem Solving Worksheets
75. Reducing Stress to Avoid Paralysis
76. Effective Reminder Systems
77. Timing Each
78. One Task at a Time
79. Breaking Everything into Step-by-Step
78. One Task at a Time
79. Breaking Everything into Step-by-Step
80. Creating a Place for Everything...
81. Calendar Management
82. Reducing Choices & Automating
81. Calendar Management
82. Reducing Choices & Automating
83. Family Economy System
84. Positive Reinforcement / Esteem Boosting85. Self Education
86. Buddy Systems & Tutoring
87. Delegating
88. Getting Enough Sleep
88. Getting Enough Sleep
Off-label Prescription Medications
Doctors sometimes prescribe these medications. They are not approved for ADD/ADHD, and many are not approved for children.
89. Anti-Psychotics *****
90. Anti-convulsants *****
91. Sleep Aids *****
92. Betablockers *****
91. Sleep Aids *****
92. Betablockers *****
93. Antidepressants *****
Sensory Therapies
94. Massage **
95. Aromatherapy **
96. Music *
Heat, Light, Oxygen
97. Blue & Full Spectrum Lights**
98. Oxygen Therapy ***
99. Infrared Sauna ***
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