Hyperactive children often feel restless, have trouble concentrating, can't sit still, or are overly excited. In general, they have certain tendencies that interfere with the ability to focus, but do not necessarily have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). To help a hyperactive child, make changes to their diet and engage in a calming routine, instead of giving too much or too much medication.
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Method 1 of 5: Setting Up a Quiet Environment
Step 1. Set up a special quiet area
Designate a special room, room, or area where your child can sit alone. Place a pillow, her favorite doll, a story book, or other object she likes. Instead of being a place to hide when he's having trouble, he can use the area to find safety and relax.
Step 2. Play some quiet music
If you like listening to music at home, play classical or meditative music instead of upbeat, upbeat rock music. Sounds that are too loud can trigger hyperactivity in children. On the other hand, it will be quieter if you remove the noise or change it.
Step 3. Reduce screen time on electronic devices
Too much staring at TV screens, video games, computers, and cell phones tends to trigger hyperactivity because constantly moving pictures, bright colors, and loud sounds make the mind unsettled. Determine how long the child can look at the screen or eliminate the habit altogether.
Step 4. Give a light massage
Hyperactive children are usually very responsive to touch and affection. He will feel calmer if you massage his back, feet, or hands because physical touch can stimulate endorphins which cause a sense of calm and comfort.
Step 5. Speak in a calm voice
Instead of yelling or making loud noises, speak softly to calm him down. Hyperactivity will stop when he hears you talk because he has to stop what he is doing.
Step 6. Keep the child away from certain situations
Hyperactivity is easily triggered if he is in the middle of a lot of people, especially if he is hanging out with children who are constantly screaming and can't keep still. Take your child to another quiet place to be alone or with company.
Method 2 of 5: Planning Activities
Step 1. Think of activities that require a lot of energy
Invite him to exercise together, for example: walking, riding a bicycle, or exercising in the park. Many children experience hyperactivity because they cannot channel the accumulated energy. The fresh air and the different sights distracted him.
Find a sport that he enjoys. Forcing your child to do exercises that he or she doesn't like can trigger hyperactivity and difficulty concentrating
Step 2. Allow your child to do calming activities
Give her time to relax and unwind by reading a book, singing a soothing song, or preparing a warm bath for her to soak. Drops of lavender oil that causes a sense of calm.
Step 3. Spend time outdoors
Many people feel calm when they are out in the open, even if only in their yard or in the park. Taking your child for a walk in an environment with lots of trees is also very beneficial because he can breathe fresh air, exercise, and get a chance to calm his mind.
Step 4. Invite the child to do other activities that can distract
If you find that certain activities tend to trigger hyperactivity, for example because they are very noisy, frustrating, and full of chaos, invite them to do other activities to distract them so that their attention can be refocused.
Step 5. Teach children how to visualize and directed meditation.
Everyone can meditate to calm the mind and relax the body. You can also help your child do guided visualizations to calm himself down because he has trouble controlling his thoughts when dealing with stressful issues. You can find meditation guides or visualizations in the form of pictures for children on the internet or read books in the library.
Do the following steps to guide the child to visualize. Have him sit with his eyes closed and imagine a quiet place, for example: a beach or a beautiful park. After that, have him pay attention to voices, feel the breeze on his face, and observe the details around him. To make things easier, ask him to imagine a place he likes or has been to
Step 6. Help the child practice deep breathing
Teach them how to breathe deeply to relax yourself. Have him take a deep breath through his nose and then exhale slowly through his mouth. Remind him to focus his attention on a specific body part as he inhales.
- For example: ask him to tighten his legs while inhaling and then relax again while exhaling. After that, ask him to do the same for other body parts until he feels more comfortable.
- Ask him to imagine a hot color (red, yellow, brown) or warm light surrounding him and wrapping his body. Ask him to imagine the color or light brings him peace.
Step 7. Help your child practice yoga or taici for kids
Relaxing meditative exercises such as yoga and taici are beneficial for both adults and children. The practice helps them to control themselves and find balance in their daily life. Look for practice guides on DVD or online.
Step 8. Give your child a book to get into the habit of journaling
If he can write, give him a notebook or agenda to write down his feelings. Let him write a page or two to share his thoughts, problems, and worries. He may keep the record or tear it up and throw it away.
So that the child can write down everything he feels honestly, don't read his journal. He will feel safe expressing his feelings if you respect his privacy
Method 3 of 5: Establishing a Routine
Step 1. Make a daily schedule
Routine activities help children develop and provide peace of mind because they already know what to do throughout the day. However, you can simply set a schedule for eating, doing homework after school, taking a shower, and other important activities. Don't schedule all the small activities.
Step 2. Get in the habit of eating together
Accompany your child when he eats to provide attention and ensure that he is always eating healthy foods. Be an example for him by adopting a healthy diet.
Don't eat while looking at media screens. Turn off the TV, computer, and cell phone first when eating together
Step 3. Adopt a healthy sleep pattern
Young children should sleep 10-12 hours a night and teenagers 8-9 hours. Make sure he goes to bed at a certain time so he can sleep well throughout the night as needed.
Limit time viewing media screens (TV, computer, video games), especially before going to bed at night so that sleep patterns are not disturbed
Method 4 of 5: Changing the Food Menu
Step 1. Prepare a healthy menu for breakfast
Give your child protein and whole grains as a good way to start the day. Make egg or peanut butter stuffed toast. Do not serve cereals with white sugar, bread from wheat flour, foods that contain carbohydrates and refined sugar because they can disrupt the balance of blood sugar levels.
Step 2. Find out if your child has any food allergies
Food allergies can cause behavioral problems. Eliminate certain menus to find out if your child is allergic or sensitive to that food. Start by eliminating foods that often trigger allergies, for example: foods made from wheat, milk, eggs, corn, shellfish, or nuts in turn. Take note of how he feels and his behavior because one of these ingredients is omitted and then decide on a food menu for him according to that information.
Step 3. Prepare a meal of vegetables and fruits
Green vegetables contain a lot of beneficial vitamins and nutrients. Many vegetables contain omega 3 acids to treat hyperactivity. Replace confectionery containing artificial sweeteners with fruit.
Step 4. Make sure your child stays hydrated
He should drink enough water every day to feel more comfortable throughout the day and cleanse the body of toxins. Instead of giving soda or fruit juice, serve water.
Method 5 of 5: Using Natural Remedies
Step 1. Use essential oils
Essential oils of plant origin can be added to warm water for a bath or as a soothing aromatherapy. Lavender, peppermint, and citrus scented oils can treat hyperactivity.
Dab a few drops of essential oil on a handkerchief and ask the child to inhale the aroma to calm him down
Step 2. Serve calming tea
Many herbs are beneficial for calming, for example: chamomile, eucalyptus oil, and peppermint. Do not serve tea that is too hot, especially to young children.
Step 3. Provide nutritional supplements
Hyperactivity can be caused by a lack of calcium or magnesium. Nutrient intake will help relax the muscles and make it easier for the child to fall asleep. Buy supplements at stores that sell healthy foods from natural ingredients. Read the instructions for use so that you give the supplement at the right dose.
