The brain is a complex and layered organ that operates much like a computer, but a computer that is individualized, has free will, and is deeply affected by outside forces. Because of this, no two brains are “wired” the same. This is what makes the human brain so unique and fascinating.

Our thought patterns are driven by brain waves, which also help regulate the rest of the systems in our bodies. When those brain waves become “stuck” or interrupted, the body responds in kind. ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, can be described a a dopamine dysregulation disorder. Dopamine is the chemical component that plays an important role in attention, mood, productivity, and emotional regulation. Children with ADHD often have too little dopamine, resulting in interruptions to key dopamine receptors. This makes it harder to focus, engage, and remain emotionally regulated.

Parenthood is a journey like no other. When you bring a child into your home, you make a commitment to nurture and provide for them into adulthood, which is a simple sentence to write, but much more difficult to carry out in the day to day.

Every child is uniquely wired. Even multiple children who share the same two parents and same home will all present different strengths and challenges making parenting one of the most predictably unpredictable tasks in human existence. Every parent is perfect until they bring their child home. It’s only then that most realize they don’t really know what they’re doing.

Microcurrent Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, drug-free therapy that uses extremely low-level electrical currents—far weaker than those used in traditional neurostimulation methods—to help the brain self-regulate. Since the therapy is passive and does not require active participation, it is often well-tolerated by children, including those with conditions such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety, or learning difficulties.

Dealing with depression can be a slow process, and it may take some time for your child to start seeing improvements. Do not get discouraged if things don’t seem to be moving as quickly as you would like; just keep doing what you know is best and trust that God will work in His own time and in His own way.  

Meltdowns at the grocery store. Screaming before bedtime. Sullen silences in the car on the way home from an activity that was supposed to be fun. That’s a normal part of parenting.

It becomes harder when your child is engaging in these behaviors more than is normal for their age. Even though children are verbal, they often express themselves through behaviors. There can be outward behaviors, like meltdowns, tantrums, and fights. There are also inward behaviors, like being sad often, withdrawn, or not as engaged in their favorite things as they usually are. Because behaviors are often how children communicate their experiences, these things may be a sign that a child could benefit from play therapy.