ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

Historical context

While a modern diagnosis, behavioral hyper-arousal has been addressed in holistic frameworks through constitutional balancing rather than immediate suppression.

Common symptoms

• Inattention
• Hyperactivity
• Impulsivity
• Difficulty focusing

Mechanisms

Considered an issue of nervous system regulation and dopamine pathways. Holistic interventions aim to address the foundational constitutional state of the individual.

Associated modalities

• homeopathy

Clinical studies

• Homeopathic treatment of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a randomised, double blind, placebo controlled crossover trial — European Journal of Pediatrics
• A comparative consecutive case series of 20 children with a diagnosis of ADHD receiving homeopathic treatment, compared with 10 children receiving usual care — Homeopathy
• Homoeopathic treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — Clinical Trial
• Homoeopathic management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A randomised placebo-controlled pilot trial — Pilot Clinical Trial
• Management of Anxiety and Depressive Disorders in Patients ≥ 65 Years of Age by Homeopath General Practitioners versus Conventional General Practitioners, with Overview of the EPI3-LASER Study Results — Le Mans Hospital Study

Interesting facts

• American Indian practitioners traditionally used Linden and Lemon Balm infusions to ground the energy of over-active children, restoring focus to the 'central spirit'.