MANAGEMENT OF ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) THROUGH PANCHAKARMA

Abstract

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is among the commonest childhood neurological disorders affecting the focusing, behaviour and activity controlling abilities. This disorder not only influence the learning abilities of the child but also has a significant impact on patient's social, professional and family life, affecting their relationships with parents and siblings, causing disruption at work because of decreased concentration abilities and less stable relationships thus crippling the self-esteem in every aspect. The prevalence of the disease is increasing and treatment options are just limited to the management of symptoms and that too not very efficient, no permanent cure is reported till date. So, there is need to expand the treatment modality. In Ayurveda, it can be correlated with various types of abnormal behaviours due to increased Vata and symptoms arising due to imbalance in the homeostasis between the components of Prajya (intellect). The relaxation and concentration improving Panchakarma therapies along with Vedic chant recitation (Music Therapy) for enhancing the concentration and focussing abilities can be proved as a promising treatment in the management of ADHD.