Homeopathy for ADHD Children: Alan’s 10-Month Transformation

Alan’s Story

Alan was 11 when he began homeopathic treatment for ADHD, anxiety, and behaviours similar to Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). His mother described him as constantly on the move, rushing through schoolwork to get to more enjoyable activities. He often said he was bored and wanted more “freedom,” even asking for days off from home-schooling.

The biggest concern was defiance. His mother also wanted him to take more responsibility for everyday tasks, improve his focus, and slow down.

When asked to do something he didn’t want to do, Alan could respond sharply and rudely. If he didn’t get his way, he sometimes had extreme meltdowns—throwing himself on the floor, kicking, screaming, and crying for up to an hour. While these weren’t daily, they were frequent enough to be worrying.

Afterwards, he would feel remorse and show concern for his mother. At school, past incidents included throwing items and knocking over his chair when angry, though he also defended classmates from unkindness.

Alan was disorganised, with messy schoolwork and a cluttered bedroom. He often lost belongings and blamed others.

Emotional Sensitivities and Fears

From babyhood, Alan was sensitive to light and sound—wearing sunglasses as a baby to avoid distress. He enjoyed being rocked and carried.

He was terrified of thunderstorms, the dark, heights, and being outside alone. After being stung, he developed a severe fear of flying insects.

Despite these fears, Alan was friendly, social, and cheerful. His mother described him as “ultra-sensitive” to unkindness and someone who remembered negative experiences years later. He enjoyed creative activities like drawing comics and building projects.

Physical symptoms included low energy, nail biting, nose picking, allergies, blocked nose, and post-nasal drip.

Medical History

Alan had a seizure after vaccination, frequent croup in early childhood, ear infections, allergies, and strep throat. He had been treated with antibiotics, steroids, and antihistamines.

First Prescription

Remedies prescribed: Tub Koch 1M, steroid clear, antibiotic clear, Polybowel Plus, and Phosphorus 30C weekly.

Follow-Up 1 – Positive Changes in Days

• Within 3–4 days, his defiance dropped noticeably.
• Tantrums became rare and far milder.
• He began doing chores without resistance.
• Allergies improved and he stopped constantly wiping his nose.

Some habits—like nail biting and nose picking—remained. Fear of being alone also persisted.

Second Prescription & Follow-Up 2 – Calmer and Less Anxious

Remedies prescribed: Poly Vax Clear, Phosphorus 200C weekly, Chelidonium 6C.

Results included:

• Significant reduction in anxiety and irritability.
• Fewer meltdowns and better cooperation.
• Reduced hyperactivity.
• Seasonal allergies almost disappeared.
• Light and sound sensitivities improved.

Focus, however, was still poor—especially for activities he didn’t enjoy.

Third Prescription & Follow-Up 3 – Taking Initiative

Remedies prescribed: Med 10M, Sulphur 200C, Ritalin Clear, Dopamine course.

Surprising developments:

• Alan cleaned his room voluntarily, spending hours on the task.
• Defiance, frustration, and aggression stayed low.
• Thunderstorm fears decreased.
• He was willing to try new foods, including steak and fish.
• Allergies were the best they had ever been.

Final Phase – Stable and Focused

Remedy prescribed: Falco-p 200C weekly.

By the end of 10 months:

• Focus improved, making home-schooling smoother.
• Hyperactivity was reduced.
• Defiance was almost non-existent.
• He showed more awareness of mess and sometimes initiated chores.
• Energy levels were strong, adrenal fatigue symptoms improved.
• Fear of heights disappeared, replaced by an interest in aviation.
• Fear of thunderstorms was gone, though fear of flying insects remained.
• Nose picking stopped entirely, and nail biting reduced.

Conclusion

Over 10 months, homeopathy for ADHD children helped Alan experience:

• Improved focus and reduced hyperactivity.
• Better emotional regulation and less defiance.
• Fewer fears and sensitivities.
• Stronger resilience and energy.

Continued treatment is expected to bring further progress in social confidence, concentration, and the few remaining habits.

Originally authored by Eileen Conneely, adapted with permission for Homeopathy247.com.

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