Question
A 15-year-old and 9-month-old boy has been showing persistent restlessness and inability to focus on his studies at school, appearing restless and anxious. After hospital examination, he was diagnosed with pediatric ADHD. How should parents handle this situation?
Answer
For children with obvious ADHD symptoms, oral haloperidol tablets or other symptomatic medications can be considered for treatment. One of the main causes of ADHD is high blood lead levels in the body, so supplementing trace elements zinc and selenium can help lower blood lead levels. Zinc and selenium can counteract heavy metals, so it is recommended to consume foods rich in these elements regularly, such as fish, lean meat, peanuts, sesame seeds, dairy products, mushrooms, eggs, and garlic, or to take zinc supplements appropriately. ADHD can have a significant impact on the patient’s life, so once related symptoms are detected…