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ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD)

• ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a long-term disorder caused by differences in brain development and brain activity. It is manifested by impulsive behavior, hyperactivity, and difficulty concentrating for a long period of time. This problem can affect the child's performance in school, behavior and in relationships.

• There are 3 types of ADHD, which are:

• 1) Hyperactive-impulsive: the individual has a more dominant hyperactive-impulsive problem.
  2) Inattentive: the individual has trouble focusing more dominantly.
  3) A combination of hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive: both dominant can be observed in the individual.

• What acupuncture can help with:

• 1) Improve focus and attention
  2) Manage moods
  3) Reduce fidgeting
  4) Lower hyperactivity
  5) Augment mood management techniques
  6) Enhance concentration

• What are the symptoms of ADHD

• - A child must have exhibited at least six of the following symptoms for at least six months to an extent that is unusual for their age and level of intelligence.
  - Fails to pay close attention to detail or makes careless errors during work or play.
  - Fails to finish tasks or sustain attention in play activities.
  - Seems not to listen to what is said to him or her.
  - Fails to follow through instructions or to finish homework or chores (not because of confrontational behavior or failure to understand instructions).
  - Disorganized about tasks and activities.
  - Avoids tasks like homework that require sustained mental effort.
  - Loses things necessary for certain tasks or activities, such as pencils, books or toys.
  - Easily distracted.
  - Forgetful in the course of daily activities.
  

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