Scientists believe that the symptoms of ADHD are caused by the lack of norepinephrine and dopamine chemicals, which "play a vital role in thinking and attention."
Stimulating drugs are effective because they increase these chemicals, thus alleviating the symptoms of ADHD and improving individual concentration.
Exercise increases the levels of dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin in the brain, which means that exercise and stimulant drugs have the same effect on the brain.
In 20 15, a study published in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology specifically studied the influence of aerobic exercise on children with ADHD, and the children participated in the preschool exercise plan for 12 weeks.
Parents and teachers rated the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, including inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness, as well as confrontational behavior, moodiness and social interaction.
At the end of the experiment, the researchers pointed out that injuries in schools and families were reduced. Betsy Hoza, the lead researcher, believes that this study shows that exercise before class may be a way to deal with ADHD symptoms.
Studies have found that after exercise, executive function skills (which are usually difficult for ADHD patients) are improved.
A study published in the Report of Contemporary Psychiatry shows that the continuous exercise program is beneficial to ADHD children, especially by promoting nerve growth and development and improving cognitive and behavioral functions.
In another study, some students were assigned to a physical exercise plan for nine months after class, while others were placed on a waiting list as a control group.
Researchers have found that students who actively participate in physical exercise programs have better cognitive performance and better brain function in tasks that require functional skills.
John Retty, MD, is the author of Spark: A Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and Brain. He advocates exercise as an auxiliary treatment for ADHD.
Although exercise has many benefits, it is the most easily overlooked by parents and children. Nowadays, children are under great academic pressure, and even more reluctant to spend time on sports, because of the attraction of various novel games and other things.
Here, I want to remind you that although ordinary play can vent a part of children's excess energy to a certain extent, it is best to distinguish it from regular and planned exercise.
As parents, we can train our children to take part in some physical exercises, such as running, playing basketball and swimming. It can not only strengthen the body, relieve the symptoms of ADHD, but also discover the child's specialties!