Attention Deficit DisorderWill Essential Oils Benefit My Child?Attention Deficit Disorder is characterized by hyperactivity and impulsiveness, difficulty with concentration and focus, among other symptoms. It is thought to be a neurobehavioral developmental disorder, which affects the nervous system development. How Essential Oils WorkEssential oils contain small molecules that easily penetrate into the body. These oils contain hundreds of compounds that bring their healing abilities into the psychosomatic network where they can they be taken in and utilized.Depending on which essential oil you use, they may be balancing, immune stimulating or emotionally releasing. In addition, essential oils may be antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and more. Essential oils also contain electromagnetic frequency which is a vital component of their ability to resonate with the bodily tissues and form bonds. Essential Oils for ADD/ADHDThe objective in working with someone with Attention Deficit Disorder is to reach the limbic brain, where recorded memories of behaviours whether pleasant or unpleasant are stored. The limbic brain is the seat of the value judgments that we make, often unconsciously, that exert such a strong influence on our behaviour. In addition, by accessing the nervous system, you may be able to enhance nerve transmission of chemical messengers.Vetiver - is calming, grounding, sedative to the nervous system and a stimulant to the circulatory system. Cedarwood - is high in sesquiterpenes which can stimulate the limbic region of the bran. It may also help stimulate the pineal gland, which releases melatonin, an antioxidant associated with deep sleep. Sandalwood - is high in sesquiterpenes which can stimulate the limbic region of the brain. May also be calming and suportive of the nervous and circulatory systems. Lavender - calming, relaxing,and balancing, both physically and emotionally. Is also anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, analgesic (pain relieving), and may reduce cholesterol.
Please note: References to essential oils refer to therapeutic grade essential oils only. Return from Attention Deficit Disorder to Aromatherapy Info
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