Bach Flower Essence Remedies & ADHD
In the Untied States, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has come under close observation by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) based in Atlanta, Georgia. The government’s foremost agency for disease control and prevention has sought to dispel the many myths and unfounded symptoms, treatments and causes of the emotional disorder.
As a result, the CDC published recent findings in a report about ADHD, which until recently was inappropriately called Attention Deficit Disorder or ADD. In a 2003 study, 7.8& of school aged children in the U.S. were diagnosed with ADHD. Between survey conducted in 1997 and 2006, ADHD diagnosis in school-aged children increased by an astounding 3%. The CDC attributes part of that increase to growing public awareness about the disorder.
The 2006 study indicated that boys were more likely than girls to contract the emotional disorder. 9.5% of boys were diagnosed with ADHD while 5.9% of girls were affected. ADHD diagnosis was significantly higher in children in families where the most educated family member’s education ended after 12 years or less. The 2006 study suggested that boys in low-income families were more inclined to contract ADHD than boys or girls in higher income families. In the U.S. diagnoses cases of ADHD were most prevalent in Alabama (11.1%) and least presenting the state of Colorado 5%.
The CDC offered the following symptoms for children who may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder:
- Have a difficult time paying attention
- Have difficulty listening
- Easily distracted from schoolwork or play
- Forgetful
- Need to be in motion
- Difficulty remaining seated
- Squirm or fidget constantly
- Excessive talking
- Unable to play quietly
- Act and speak without thinking
- Have trouble taking turns
- Interrupt conversations often
The CDC has identified three types of ADHD; Predominantly Inattentive Type, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type and a Combination Type. The most recommended and successful treatments include a combination of medication therapy and counseling.
The 2003 survey revealed that 2.5 million children aged 4-17 or 56% of those children diagnosed with ADHD were receiving medication treatment. Medications are most used by children aged 9 –12.
In the early 20th century, Dr. Edward Bach grew concerned about the number of patients suffering invasive side effects from prescribed medications. The doctor began to experiment with 38 flower essences.
After years of research and experimentation, Dr. Bach perfected a five flower formula and process to create his internationally used Five Flower Rescue Remedy. This original five flower essence is still the staple of the company’s product line and serves as treatment for a variety of emotional disorders as well as pain.
International practitioners recommend the Bach Flower essences and are the largest bulk purchasers of the various remedies. All products used in Bach Flower Essences are natural and fresh. The remedies are non-habit forming and are accompanied by no side effects.
Bach Flower Essences can be ingested orally or applied externally to pressure points. Patients report success with both applications. For pain, many patients prefer the external application. Over the past 70 years, Bach Flower Essences have treated many patients and undergone rigorous testing. All products are deemed safe and effective.