ADHD og koffein
desember 20, 2010
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While prescription medication for ADHD is widely available, many people with ADHD are finding caffeine may work as an alternative to traditional treatment.
Adults and children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder have to work harder than the average person to be successful in life. Many take prescription medication for this obstacle, but others prefer to look for alternatives. Caffeine may be a viable solution in replacing traditional medications or work in conjunction with medicine to help people diagnosed with ADHD to find success in their everyday lives.Why Use Caffeine To Treat ADHD or ADD?
Caffeine is a widely available product, found in everything from beverages to chewing gum. It is inexpensive and has little side effects for low dosages. There is no prescription involved, so even those not officially diagnosed with ADHD, but suspect they struggle in this area, can try this treatment.
Caffeine is similar to traditional ADHD medications in that it is a stimulant. Just like Ritalin, this stimulant effects dopamine levels, and enlarges vessels to increase blood flow in the brain. It also has cognitive advantages of increasing attention and processing time.
Read more at Suite101: Caffeine as an Alternative ADHD Treatment?: How Caffeine Affects a Child or Adult with ADHD suite101.com
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