Parents pursue nondrug treatments for ADHD, but data is scarce
June 18th, 2008
From The New York Times:
Concerns about the side effects of ADHD drugs have prompted the parents of up to two-thirds of children with ADHD to use alternative treatments, such as diet modifications, herbal supplements, biofeedback, massage, and yoga. But research on these treatments is limited, leaving parents in the dark about what options are most safe and effective.
A study released last week found St. John’s Wort to be no more effective at treating ADHD than a placebo; studies of omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oil supplements, show more promise.
Scientists say it’s difficult to get reliable data on the effectiveness of alternative remedies because they are rarely used alone. Comments are here.
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