Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 5, Issue 2 , Pages 120-123, April 2001

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Benefits from Tai Chi

Received September 2000, Revised October 2000, Accepted November 2000

Abstract 

Thirteen adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) participated in Tai Chi classes twice a week for 5 weeks. Teachers rated the children's behaviour on the Conners Scale during the baseline period, after the 5 week Tai Chi session period and 2 weeks later. After the 10 Tai Chi sessions the adolescents displayed less anxiety, improved conduct, less daydreaming behaviours, less inappropriate emotions, and less hyperactivity. These improved scores persisted over the 2-week follow up (no Tai Chi period).

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  • f1 Correspondence to: M. Hernandez-Reif PhD Tel: +1305 243 6781; Fax: +1 305 243 6488; E-mail: mhernan4@med.miami.edu

PII: S1360-8592(00)90219-5

doi:10.1054/jbmt.2000.0219

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
Volume 5, Issue 2 , Pages 120-123, April 2001

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