What help can Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) provide for patients with symptomatic ADHD?

 

Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) is another approach to alleviate ADHD-related symptomatology. It follows the same basic Chinese medical models as acupuncture (see above).

The pharmaceutical formulations, which are mainly composed of herbal drugs, may have (among others) a balancing effect on the autonomic nervous system.

Classically taken as decoction or powders, granulates or capsules and tablets are available today as well.

 

From a repertoire of possible compounds, differential diagnostics is applied to select and, if necessary, modify (i.e. individual herbs may be removed and/or others added) the particular compound that specifically addresses the patient`s complaints.