Posted by Larry Hoover on November 27, 2004, at 11:32:18
In reply to larry, what do you think of ADHD, posted by linkadge on November 26, 2004, at 13:46:52
> What do you think is the major cause of ADHD.
> Stimulants like ritalin seem to work, but do you really think that dopamine/norepinephrine release is the major issue in hyperactivity ?
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> What is your take.
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> LinkadgeI'm drawn to the apparently paradoxical effect of adding a stimulant to what is already an over-stimulated mind. It shows just how complex the brain really is.
I'm drawn to e.g. fish oil, and dietary avoidance of stimulating food additives (glutamate, certain food colours, etc.) as ways to down-regulate or modulate the excitatory responses. Magnesium also has a part to play, here. Very complicated, is my take.
My son has ADD. I may, also (but never diagnosed or treated). I go for diet first, drugs if necessary.
Lar
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