comparison of therapeutic effects of omega-3 and methylphenidate (ritalin®) in treating children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Comparison of Therapeutic Effects of Omega-3 and Methylphenidate (Ritalin®) in Treating Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

OBJECTIVE Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a fixed pattern of disregard and hyperactivity that is much more severe than what is normal in children of the same age. Multiple drugs are used for the treatment of children with ADHD; however, their side effects and efficacy are not clearly known. This study was designed to evaluate and compare the therapeutic effects of two drugs, ...

Effect of omega-3 supplementation on hyperactivity, oxidative stress in children with attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder

Introduction: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affect ~ 5% of school – aged children. This condition is associated commonly with difficulties in learning,behaviore, and psychosocial adjustment that persist into adulthood. Mounting evidence suggests that a lack of certain polyunsaturated fatty and stress oxidatie may contribute to neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders...

Effects of Pyridoxine on Improving Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms among Children under Ritalin Treatment

Background and Objective: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neuropsychological disorder among children that might lead to disruption of daily activities. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the effects of pyridoxine on the treatment and reduction of symptoms severity in children with ADHD under Ritalin treatment.  Materials and Methods: This clinical trial includ...

Treating children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Effect of methylphenidate on sleep status of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Introduction: Sleep disorders are one of the most important problems in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Methylphenidate has different effects on the sleep parameters of affected children. The aim of this study was to evaluate the sleep status of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) before and after methylphenidate use. Materials and Methods: This...

Comparison effect of Filial and Child-Therapist play therapy, on Attention and Hyperactivity of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Objectives: For children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), different types of play therapy may have different effects. This study aimed to compare the effect of two play therapy intervention methods including a child-parents therapy named as Filial Therapy (FT) and a child therapist therapy known as Adlerian Therapy (AT) on attention and hyperactivity of these children. Met...