Patient's question:
How should ADHD be treated? My son has been hyperactive recently. At first, I thought he was just a lively boy and didn't take it seriously, but his hyperactivity has become quite severe. He seems tireless and can only be calm when sleeping. The doctor checked and said it's ADHD. I'm very worried and scared.Doctor's answer:
ADHD mainly involves two types of treatments: behavioral therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Behavioral therapy utilizes the principles of operant conditioning to provide positive or negative reinforcement to patients' behaviors in a timely manner, helping them learn appropriate social skills and replace inappropriate behavior patterns with new and effective ones. This treatment requires the joint cooperation and intervention of parents, teachers, and doctors. It is recommended that you have a check-up for trace elements at the hospital. It is also suggested to consume more brain-nourishing foods in your daily diet, such as eggs and walnuts. Additionally, you can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables to improve metabolism.