It is no secret that individuals with ADHD struggle with concentration and the ability to stay focused. Although the key features of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, most sufferers of ADHD find the hardest symptom to deal with to be the inability to focus or concentrate. High distractibility is a major symptom in both children and adults with ADHD and is one of the primary diagnosis criterions. Inability to focus is a typical … [Read more...]
How Diet Affects ADHD Symptoms
As ADHD has become more widely-known many have questioned the possible link between ADHD and diet. A range of ADHD diets have sprung up over the years, many of which seriously restrict or eliminate different types of food. Is there a link between ADHD and diet and if so how can food choices impact the ADHD sufferer? One of the main myths surrounding ADHD is that it is caused by diets high in sugar and processed food. Foods which have additives or food colorings in have often been blamed … [Read more...]