MY DOCTOR PRESCRIBED VOLUNTEERING

by Diana G.

Volunteering Treats the Spirit

My 11 year-old son struggled with low self-esteem and hyperactivity, leading to a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder. His grades and behavior suffered. Ritalin was prescribed.

This past summer, our family physician was supportive when my son volunteered at the local YMCA (where I am a staff member.) My son was paired with a special needs individual, to help as a job coach.

Volunteering changed my son. By the end of the summer, he stopped taking Ritalin. He no longer needs it. Now, my son brings home A's and B's.

Medicine treats affliction. Volunteering treats the spirit.