ADHD/ADD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
ADHD/ADD is considered one of the most prevalent mental health disorders in children. It has significant social, emotional and academic implications, often with detrimental impacts within the family home.
Phytomedicines can play a significant role in managing presenting symptoms and supporting healthy brain function. In this regard, a range of medicinal plants exert key therapeutic actions. These include nootropic, cognition enhancing, neuroprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory actions, particularly reduction of neuroinflammation.
Herbal medicine acting on the nervous system can improve memory, attention, concentration, alertness, and promote a sense of calmness. Herbal therapeutics can also mitigate mood swings, reduce anxiety and improve sleep disturbances.
Herbal Signatures has a tailored herbal dispensary to support children and adults with ADD/ADHD. Important medicinal plants comprise Bacopa, Gingko, Gotu Gola, Holy Basil, Oats Greens, Passionflower, Rosemary, Rhodiola, Lion’s Mane, Siberian and American Ginseng.
Herbal Signatures considers the administration of herbal medicine paramount to addressing the multifactorial presentations in ADD/ADHD. Herbal medicine can be taken in conjunction with pharmaceutical medications if no drug-herb interactions have been identified. Herbal Signatures supports an integrated approach with other health care practitioners providing physical, emotional and psychological support.
Herbal therapeutics can make a significant difference to the overall health and wellbeing of children and adults suffering from ADD/ADHD.