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There have been thousands of studies showing the rewards of increasing Omega-3 fatty acids. Here is a list of some of these mental health benefits of omega 3 fish oil supplements that relates adhd:
Depression: Persons with mood disorders such as depression benefit from fish oil supplementation. Lack of omega-3 fatty acids and in particular DHA has been linked by researchers to depression.
There are also reports that omega-3 fatty acids may lower the risk of dementia in old age.
• Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), dyslexia and dyspraxia: Like depression and other mood disorders, persons who suffer from ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia (absence of ability to perform coordinated skilled movements or clumsiness) benefit from fish oil supplementation.
There are preliminary reports that supplementing the diet with large doses of omega-3 oils may act as a mood stabilizer, opening the possibility of their use as a treatment for depression and bipolar disorder. However, the reports relating to this state that care must be taken to avoid overdose. | 