drug free attention difficulties support

Drug Free Options

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• Points to Consider for Non-Drug approaches
• Treatments Must Match the Cause

Alternative Approaches

• Sight & Hearing
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Exercise
• Diet
• Education & Learning Styles
• Neuro-biofeedback
• Trauma Counselling
• Social Skills Training
• Parenting Skills & Family Counselling
• Meditation & Relaxation Techniques
• Toxins & Auditory Processing
• Other Treatments

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Toxins & Auditory Processing

Environmental toxins can adversely affect general health, brain function and concentration. Until the toxins are identified remedial action cannot be taken. Analysis of hair samples by a toxicologist can generally identify exposure to toxins.

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Auditory Processing

Central Auditory Processing (CAP) refers to how the brain extracts meaning from what we hear. Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) is when an individual has difficulty making sense of what they hear, despite having normal intelligence.

Sufferers are unable to distinguish one sound from another. This of course can result in a whole range of challenges for children, particularly in a learning environment, such as difficulty following instructions. Assessment and treatment is available.

For more information on CAPD download 10035-952MYoungCAPD.pdf