With all the constant distractions in our daily lives, it’s not surprising that many of us struggle with focused productivity. Stress, mood swings, and the never-ending demand for multitasking at work have all been shown to contribute to our general lack of meaningful concentration.
Reaching for a prescription is often the average American’s initial reaction when diagnosed with concentration issues like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Perhaps the most alarming part is that the average age for receiving an ADHD diagnosis is 7 years old. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 11% of Americans ages 4 to 17 have an attention disorder — that’s 6.4 million children in America alone. Taking harsh pharmaceuticals, especially at such a developmental age, can set you up for a lifetime of wrestling with attention, focus, and memory. The listed “mild” side effects of common ADHD prescriptions, such as Ritalin and Adderall, include insomnia, vision problems, nausea, headaches, and numbness.
If you are one of the many people who suffer from ADHD or a general lack of focus, there may be a simple solution sitting in your…