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I have adhd i'm 16 and i would like to know is there a way to help increase focus without increasing dosage of medication. i take focalin (dexmethylphenidate) xr 20 mg. ?
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Many ways: There are many ways to increase focus. Brain training games like on Lumosity or other sites can help. Learning meditation is also effective. Some patients have great success with biofeedback for neurofeedback. Some patients can actually come off medications after neurofeedback treatments. Good luck to you.
Answered 11/28/2014
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