Lifestyle Changes to Help Manage ADHD
ADHD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder marked by behavior and communication difficulties. The disorder is diagnosed when the affected is still very young, is termed as childhood ADHD, and may continue into adulthood. Around 50% of childhood ADHD continues into adulthood. Adapting a lifestyle by including activities that help to calm the body and activities which help to improve brain functioning is essential. Following are some lifestyle changes that you can bring to your daily life to naturally treat ADHD. Exercise Any kind of physical exercise helps to increase the production of dopamine, the feel-good hormone. Exercise in children promotes brain development and function, which helps them focus better. They are less hyperactive. Walking and running are very good to help improve brain focus and clarity. It builds rhythm and when done with focus gives benefits like meditation. As children with ADHD are hyperactive, exercise helps them to release energy which otherwise may be channelized to fights or aggressive behavior. Sports and games Involve your child in a competitive sport or game. This will help the child expend energy and to improve focus. Long periods of focus help to improve the brain functioning of the child, and will help in classrooms too.