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Neurofeedback for ADHD Treatment in Dubai for Adults and Children

Neuroscience has shown that the brain development and brain activity of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be remarkably different from how the neurotypical brain works. This very framework informs the concept of neurofeedback for ADHD, as it focuses on training the brain to regulate its own activity. This article provides a closer look at the condition and the use of brain therapy for ADHD management.

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that causes above-normal hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. Experts involved in ADHD treatment in Dubai note that anyone suffering from this disorder can have trouble focusing and have minimal attention spans while following a single task. They don’t have the capacity to sit still in one place for long periods of time.

ADHD has a high rate of carrying comorbid psychiatric issues such as oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), mood and anxiety disorders, conduct disorder, addiction to cigarettes and various substance use disorders. ADHD is usually chronic with very prominent symptoms and impairments traversing from childhood into adulthood.

Children with ADHD usually don’t have very large attention spans, are restless and have trouble focusing in their formative years. However, they don’t grow out of these behaviors. A child suffering from ADHD daydreams a lot, tends to lose their belongings, gets easily distracted, makes careless mistakes, talks more than usual and can often face difficulty in mingling with others.

What are the Symptoms of ADHD?

There are numerous behaviors associated with ADHD, and these symptoms can be categorized as the following:

Apart from the aforementioned symptoms, ADHD can also affect emotional regulation and cognitive processes which can have implications not only for the individual but also for the family.

How Does ADHD Impact Quality of Life?

A global survey indicated that 50% of children with ADHD are likely to have ADHD as adults. In adulthood, individuals with ADHD face multiple complex challenges that can affect their personal relationships and have issues with stable employment.

Diagnosis and Treatment

ADHD is a multifaceted disorder that varies based on the type and severity of its impact on the individual. It is necessary that all aspects of an individual’s life are taken into consideration during the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD.

To better understand and diagnose ADHD, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM -IV) splits ADHD into three subcategories namely: Inattentive, Hyperactive-Impulsive, and Combined. The child or adult being diagnosed needs to meet the criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR). Based on the combinations and categorization of symptoms mentioned earlier, the diagnosis is carried out.

In order to warrant the ADHD diagnosis, symptoms must cause significant impairment. While diagnosing ADHD in adults, it is imperative that the disorder has childhood onsets and has persistent current symptoms.

Exercises to Manage ADHD

Simple exercises that can help curb ADHD systems:

Treatment of ADHD in Dubai

Timely and effective treatment can significantly improve quality of life and help individuals with ADHD lead a fulfilled and successful life. Most common treatments for ADHD use medication in order to reduce hyperactivity and aid in increasing focus and attention span. Medication must be prescribed by licensed psychiatrists and its use must be closely supervised.

Medication can however cause side effects in children such as sleeping problems, loss of appetite, irritability, mood swings among others. In the recent past, alternative methods to treat ADHD have been introduced such as Electroencephalographic biofeedback (EEG). This is a non-invasive method of neurotherapy for ADHD that measures the brain waves and gives feedback.

We at Evolve Brain Training specialize in the treatment of ADHD in Dubai for adults and children. As the trusted neurofeedback provider in the region, we offer 100% medication-free treatment that is highly effective and can aid in improving the quality of life in children and adults with ADHD. For more information or enquiries about our brain therapy for ADHD, get in touch with us by filling out our contact form given below, and our team members will be in touch with you!

 

References:

American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition. Arlington, VA., American Psychiatric Association, 2013. https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/diagnosis.html

Wilens, T. E., & Spencer, T. J. (2010). Understanding attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder from childhood to adulthood. Postgraduate medicine, 122(5), 97–109. https://doi.org/10.3810/pgm.2010.09.2206

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3724232/
https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/exercise-manage-adhd-symptoms


Dr. Upasana Gala is the founder and CEO of Evolve Brain Training, a Neurofeedback-centered institute that focuses on using non-invasive brain training techniques to maximize the brain's true potential.

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