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History of NADA
Acupuncture treatment for substance dependence was first reported by a Hong Kong based neurosurgeon Dr. Wen in 1973. In 1974, Dr Michael Smith, Medical Director of the Substance Abuse Division at the Lincoln Hospital New York, introduced auricular acupuncture as part of treatment for people in recovery.
This treatment which concentrates on five specific points on the ear has become renound throughout the World and is regarded as one of the most effective forms of treatment for addiction and management of stress.
Jim Byrne is the founder of NADA Eireann. In 1997, he first introduced the five point protocol into Ireland. Jim trained Lorraine Stewart and Margie Shelley as trainers and they now continue Jim’s work throughout Ireland.
In recent years this treatment has gained popularity among the general public, looking for an alternative treatment to combat stress. Given the fact that the treatments are conducted in a group setting it is both time and cost effective for all.
Acupuncturists Without Borders (AWB)
More recently, the NADA ear protocol has been used with good results for the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), not only with victims and relief workers after disasters, but with veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Researchers have found that ear acupuncture offered effective trauma relief in the form of reduced stress and anxiety, better sleep, and a decrease in the need for prescription drugs.