A study published in the current issue of the International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health appears to prove the efficacy of an after-school program for students with ADHD.

The [study] consisted of a 12-week multi-modal program delivered through 60-minute sessions, three times per week. The sessions included sensory stimulation, motor training, aerobic strength and conditioning, and academic training…

Of the children examined… 81% of their parents said the children no longer demonstrated ADD/ADHD behaviors. [Source: South Mississippi Sun-Herald]

Documented improvements were made in several academic areas, including reading, mathematics and writing. The program runs for 12-weeks, and was developed by Dr. Robert Melillo. It integrates cognitive and physical activities, while also making changes to the child’s diet. No large-scale roll-out of the program is planned at this time.

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