Non-pharmacological treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD). Overview and report of the first international symposium on the non-pharmacological management of ADHD

Abstract

Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder which affects the day-to-day functioning of children and adults with this condition. Pharmacological treatment can reduce the symptoms associated with ADHD, but it has some limitations. The objective of this symposium is to determine the effects of non-pharmacological approaches on ADHD symptoms. Results indicate that the following intervention are promising approaches: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions (MBI), yoga, cognitive and metacognitive intervention, neurofeedback and parental training programs. Current research advocates multimodal approaches in conjunction with school or work accommodations integrating innovative technologies.

Keywords: ADHD; Adolescents; Adult; Adulte; Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Child; Cognitive behavioral therapy; Cognitive training; Enfant; Entraînement cognitif; Famille; Family; Metacognition; Mindfulness; Métacognition; Neuro-feedback; Pleine conscience; Psycho-stimulants; Psychostimulants; TDAH; Thérapie cognitivo-comportementale; Trouble de l’attention avec ou sans hyperactivité; Yoga.