S.P.E.C.T.
by David Nowell, Ph.D
Sleep
- Strict bedtime
- Use bed only for sleep
- No caffeine after mid-afternoon
- No activating media after 7pm
- Bedtime routine
- No screens/minimize blue light
Protein
- Emphasize protein at every snack and meal
- Eat fewer processed foods
- Choose local
- Choose colorful
- Pay close attention to patterns between food and focus/mood
Exercise
- High Intensity interval trainer apps
- The Scientific 7 minute workout
Child's Team
- Parents and siblings
- Teachers
- Therapist
- School counselor
Team-Parents
- Pediatrician
- Teacher
- School Social Worker
- Occupational Therapist
- Speech Language Pathologist
- School Psychologist
- Counselor
- CoachesNeuropsychologist
MOVEMENT FOR ADHD
Exercise
Bal-A-Vis-X
Brain Gym
GoNoodle
Yoga
Martial arts
Rhythm/cerebellar training