"One thing I heard from many parents was that their child responded well to physical exercise. They also reported that it helped their children burn off excess energy and maintain a calmer and more focused state," according to Dr. Rabiner.
A new study substantiates this observational data. The study published recently online in the Journal of Attention Disorders examined the effects of an extended physical activity training program on children with ADHD.
The findings: Results from this study provide initial evidence that a systematic and rigorous physical activity program may be beneficial to youth with ADHD.
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