"Although the sample size is very small [three youth between the ages of 14 and 17] and generalization is very difficult, this observation indicates that Panax ginseng may be a slightly effective treatment for ADHD," the study's author, H. Niederhofer, reported in the abstract of the study. Niederhofer is affiliated with Regional Hospital Bozen in Bolzano, Italy
In a May 19 article on the about.com Alternative Medicine Blog, Cathy Wong reported that previous studies into Panax ginseng indicate that the herb may help boost immunity, improve mood, and control diabetes. "Another form of the herb (American ginseng) has been found to benefit children with ADHD when combined with ginkgo biloba," Wong wrote.
With summer approaching, most ADHD experts advise parents not to change their child's meds or allow them to take a "medication vacation," especially if the child will be attending a summer camp for kids with ADHD or other type of seasonal program.
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