15. Avoid Potential Allergens
Avoiding potential allergens can also help treat ADHD, especially in children. Allergic reactions such as sneezing, coughing, running nose, irritated eyes, and chest tightness. may cause inflammation that can affect the central nervous system. These allergic reactions can trigger neurodevelopment problems, such as ADHD, to occur.
Keeping the strong immune system strong can also help lessen the chances of developing an allergy.
14. Mindful Exercises
Mindful exercises can help shrink the cells in the brain that are responsible for processing feelings of fear, anger, and pleasure.
Mindfulness exercises, such as yoga and meditation, can help strengthen the ability to focus on the moment. The calming effects may help lessen hyperactivity and stress, which can trigger ADHD symptoms.
13. Physical Activities
Physical activities such as aerobic exercise, running, biking, walking, and swimming can alleviate ADHD symptoms and improve cognitive functions. Aside from the healthy workout, the body gets from physical activities, the individual is trained to concentrate and master a certain skill.
Regular physical activities can also help release certain chemicals in the brain that can make the individual feel good. Furthermore, the excess energy in a hyperactive individual can be diverted through physical activities.
12. Play Therapy
Play Therapy is an indirect method therapists use to reshape the perceptions, thoughts, and actions of their patients, particularly children. Through play, children can communicate more thoughtfully. They feel more secure and connected to their therapist.
As a method of treatment, it is comparable to administering a pleasant-tasting medicine rather than an unpleasant one.
11. Music Therapy
The benefits of music therapy include improved focus and attention, less hyperactivity, and enhanced social abilities. Music calms the brain of an ADHD person, who is having difficulty staying on a safe path.
ADHD may be caused by low dopamine levels. Listening to music can help increase dopamine levels. For example, listening to classical music can naturally stimulate dopamine.
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