Posted by mcp on November 27, 2004, at 16:47:20
In reply to Re: larry, what do you think of ADHD, posted by linkadge on November 27, 2004, at 14:37:42
I see your point. All I was saying is that it is far too often that I see a child's nutritional needs not being met in any way and they then turn to medications. Like Larry said, I believe that should be addressed first, then try medications or augment them. Lastly, this whole problem is worsened by the horrible state of physical activity. Some kids dread my class because I make physical education a priority. When I was young our days were spent outdoors. Nowadays, for a variety of reasons, children are physically inactive and this adds to the problem.
> I would say there are a number of students taking ritalin who would far much better on a healthy diet. On the other hand, I know of plenty of children who's parents have fully met the child's nutritional needs and still require medication.
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> I suppose it's the same with antidepressants. I don't know if the nutritional approach can aid all depressions.
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