Q In what order is ADHD treatment conducted?
A The process proceeds in the following order: Diagnosis and Differentiation → Prescription to strengthen the Heart, Spleen, and Kidney → Concurrent Acupuncture Treatment → Re-evaluation after 3 months.
Detailed Answer
Korean medicine treatment for ADHD consists of four main stages. Stage 1 (1–2 weeks): The direction of treatment is established through an initial consultation, differentiation of diagnosis, and review of Western medical diagnoses. Stage 2 (1–3 months): Herbal decoctions are prescribed to improve Heart-Spleen Yang deficiency and Kidney deficiency, and the response is checked at 2-week intervals. Stage 3 (1–3 months): After symptom stabilization, acupuncture treatment (wrist and crown areas) is added and combined with concentration training. Stage 4 (After 3 months): Following evaluation, the treatment is reviewed for transitioning to a maintenance prescription or concluding treatment.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, we place great importance on the child and parents setting treatment goals together. Set specific and measurable goals, such as maintaining focus for a few minutes or reducing the frequency of impulsive behaviors, and share progress during every visit.
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