It's a different type of brain stimulation. NASA has even done research on "treating" ADHD with video games.
I don't know all the science behind it. I just know for some kids - mine being one of them - it was true.
So, if he has an Attention and HyperActivity Disorder, how is he able to pay Attention to a video game and not be Hyperactive for hours on end?
It's a different type of brain stimulation. NASA has even done research on "treating" ADHD with video games.
I don't know all the science behind it. I just know for some kids - mine being one of them - it was true.
Actually, I have done research on ADD, and there are a number of doctors and psychologist believe that ADD may be "caused" by watching TV and playing video games a great deal. Because things change so quickly on the screen, children get used to having a certain amount of action going on at a time. Therefore, when they are forced to sit in a classroom for hours listening to teachers discuss things that they are interesting in, they have difficulting paying attention. This may also contribute to your sons difficulting in reading. Books tend to be slower paced than tv and video games, so again it may be a focusing issue rather than ADD. As one who has worked with teacher, I have heard how quickly they label children ADD. Some children may have truly have this problem, but for most of the rest, medication is not neccessary. I would suggest getting your son into more active activities and strictly limiting his TV and Video Game time. I hope you do some research into ADD and try other options before trying Ritalin. I wish both you and your wife luck