Initially I found that the skills learned with Neuro- linguistic Programming (NLP) were a major help for both of us (and are very easy to learn) and since then I have added Reiki to our programme.

A sensible diet and daily physical exercise also help. Good luck.

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I have read that a gluten free and dairy free diet is supposed to help. Avoiding dairy is quite easy, but the gluten remains more of a challenge as gluten is in so many things including bread, biscuits, pasta etc. You can buy alternatives, but they’re more expensive and don’t taste as good.

I have taken my son off dairy because of his eczema.

I also avoid ALL artificial additives, colourings and sweetners (esp. Aspartame). I give him plenty of home-cooked food and fruit ‘n’ veg.

Plenty of water is also good as the brain works more effectively if it’s well hydrated and lots of children don’t take in enough fluids.

I give him cordial drink – with no added sugar OR sweetners OR preservatives. Apparently orange juice (in any form) can make them worse as well.

Omega 3 fish oils are supposed to help. I give them to my son.

Magnesium, Zinc and Vitamin B6 supplements have been recommended for kids with adhd, but you wouldn’t be able to give them to your daughter if she’s still young. Iron is also indicated, but can be dangerous in overdose. I give my son the Spatone iron because it’s safe for kids of two years old and over – it’s a natural source and not in tablet form.

Try to help her to concentrate by taking away distractions in the room if she’s doing a task or homework. My son can’t cope with noise if he’s doing his. He is very easily distracted. Split homework tasks up into small chunks if she can’t manage the whole thing straight off.

If you’re having any discipline issues then get hold of a copy of 123 Magic by Thomas Phelan PhD. It’s for 2-12 year olds and the techniques are great. It’s very easy to read and implement and can be used on kids with behavioural problems as well. My son reponds well to the techniques.

If her memory is poor then give her lists of any tasks that she has to complete – like getting ready in the morning.

Good Luck ♥