Posted by viridis on October 10, 2002, at 12:08:21
In reply to Re: any websites about natural treatments for A.D.D.? » leor, posted by IsoM on October 10, 2002, at 8:38:54
Hi Iso M,
I agree with your assessment that dietary supplements alone are unlikely to be effective for those with true ADD, but I do have a quibble with your statement that "It's a hardwire problem with the brain, not a chemical lack".
Most likely, it is a chemical lack (or excess, or imbalance), involving particular neurotransmitters and/or receptors. But it's the kind of chemical problem that usually requires specific meds, not just more of vitamin X, mineral Y etc. Of course, poor nutrition probably won't help, but spending a lot on questionable supplements is likely to be a waste of money (and time).
Just wanted to clarify, because I suspect that you and I (and many others) would agree that there's a real chemical problem involved.
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