EFFECT OF SAVASANAAS AN ADJUNCT TO CONVENTIONAL SENSORY INTEGRATION THERAPY ON ANXIETY LEVEL OF CHILDREN WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER.

Abstract

Attention Decit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder characterized by either signicant difculties of inattention or/ and impulsiveness or a combination of two. This results in hyperactivity.The Children with ADHD often have problems with working memory, organization and time management that make it hard to follow daily routines, It is accompanied by heightened anxiety levels. Savasana has been found to be effective in reducing stress in cardiac conditions. The Savasana may help to reduce anxiety in children with ADHD.The study was conducted to study the effect of Savasana along with conventional sensory integration therapy on anxiety levels of Chidren with ADHD & compare the anxiety level in children with ADHD receiving conventional Sensory integrative therapy. Children meeting inclusion criterion were allocated in two groups and were evaluated on Revised Children`s Manifest Anxiety Scale (RCMAS) at the baseline,at 4 weeks & at 8th week. There was signicant difference in improvement at 8th week follow-up between the groups with p< 0.001. The Savasana being integral part of Yoga, Savasana can help in reducing the anxiety.The parents expressed satisfaction, as they noted reduction in hyperactivity of their child & improved attention during short term activities. They have also reported improvement in their behavior at school.The study on larger population is recommended.