ADHD Natural Remedies - Homeopathy

Although stimulant medication is the most recognized treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, it is not necessarily the best nor is it the safest. There are many natural remedies for ADHD that are just as potent as, if not even more potent than, Ritalin. If you are seeking a natural approach to treating your child's ADHD, then you should consider looking into the benefits of homeopathic remedies.

The philosophy behind the homeopathic approach is that every child is biochemically unique, and no two children will respond the same way to the same treatment. Unlike Western medicine's myopic view of ADHD as primarily a neurotransmitter problem, homeopathy sees ADHD as the result of imbalances in different systems of the body. Hence, treating the individual child's symptoms rather than just slapping on a one-size-fits-all treatment is at the heart of homeopathy's approach to ADHD management. By examining the unique features of the child's condition rather than simply zeroing in on the symptoms, a homeopath can restore balance in the child's body and help him or her overcome inattention and hyperactivity with natural remedies. In other words, homeopathic remedies can set your child free from ADHD, without the debilitating side effects caused by ADHD medication.

Homeopathic remedies are made up of organic materials (e.g., plant, mineral, or animal substances) that have not been contaminated by chemical treatment. Unlike Western medicine, where doctors proclaim that such-and-such a drug is the "best" treatment for ADHD, you won't find just one "best" homeopathic remedy. Each homeopathic remedy is made up of several different substances tailor-fit to treat the unique problems of the individual patient. If you want your child to benefit from homeopathy, consult a licensed homeopath. He or she may give your child one of the following homeopathic remedies. Take note that these are just examples; do not run to the nearest store and start buying them for your child without the advice of an expert.

Anacardium is the ripe, fruity portion of the cashew nut, and is known to alleviate these symptoms:

• Low self-esteem

• Antisocial and malicious behavior

• Absentmindedness

• Inattention problems, dislike of concentration

• Frustration and perception of feeling dominated and abused

Hyoscyamus niger is also known as henbane or stinking nightshade. Early civilizations in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East have used this potent herb for its psychoactive properties. In homeopathic medicine, hyoscyamus niger is used to treat the following behavioral problems:

• Tendency to show off, joke around, or swear too much

• Excessive jealousy

• Tendency to be distrustful

Stramonium is popularly known as thorn apple or ditch weed, and is a member of the nightshade family. It is used to relieve the following symptoms:

• Fear of abandonment or fear of the dark

• Shyness, timidity, and withdrawn behavior around strangers

• Constant talking, singing, or laughing

• Fits of rage and excessive anger

• Tendency to be domineering and bossy

• Physical manifestations of past trauma

Veratrum album is popularly known as white hellebore. This herb was first used by the ancient Greeks to relieve the following:

• Premeditated lying

• Defiant behavior

• Constant nail-biting

Remember that homeopathic remedies do not work by themselves. A homeopathic practitioner needs to evaluate your child's symptoms before coming up with the best combination of herbs to cure his or her disorder.