Let's Talk Health 101
The term attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) encompasses three separate ADHD forms: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactivity, and combined type --- which is perhaps one of the most improperly used diagnoses and mistreated in pediatrics at present. Countless children are needlessly placed on amphetamines and atomoxetine, in many cases simply for the convenience of the child’s school.
Do
medications “Treat the Condition” or “MASK the Symptoms”?
In some children, these pharmaceuticals can make a noticeable
difference in the child’s ability to function and learn, but may present with
unwanted adverse effects. In addition, for those children who do not
truly have some form of ADHD, these medications needlessly alter their
physiology and mental processes.
Q: How frequent are ADHD cases presented?
A: ADHD has been found in 5 to 15
% of school-age children, or about 10 million children in the United States,
with a greater incidence in males.
Q: What Factors are linked to ADHD?
A: Diminished function of
certain circuits in the executive centers of the brain which are responsible
for impulse control and
the ability to maintain sustained attention. Evidence from studies using brain imagery techniques
such as MRI, EEGs, CT imaging, and PET scanning indicates that the brains of
those with ADHD exhibit differences in both structure and function.
Research into what causes these changes has focused
on genetic, environmental, and nutritional factors.
If your child is experiencing one or more of the listed signs
and symptoms, your child may be dealing with a “Dysfunctional Neurological
System” – THIS CAN BE REVERSED
CHARACTERISTICS OF ADD/ADHD
*Hyperactivity
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*Disorders of memory and
thinking
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*Emotional Instability (mood swings, outbursts)
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*Specific learning disabilities
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*Clumsiness
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*Disorders of speech and hearing
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*Disorders of attention (short attention span,
distractibility, not listening, poor concentration)
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*Various neurological signs and brainwave pattern
irregularities
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*Impulsiveness (action before thought, jumping in class,
poor organizing)
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Later in adolescence and adulthood, those with ADHD have a high
risk of experiencing depression or anxiety, substance abuse and
addictions, and social problems.
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A child who has
some form of inattentive or hyperactive behavior usually needs help to control
his or her behavior in a classroom environment.
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The key point to keep in mind is that physical substances
–natural or pharmaceutical – are only
part of the treatment.
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The treatment
goal plan should be to use substances
only to resolve underlying conditions or as a temporary support mechanism while
the individual learns how to naturally
control his/her behavior in structured social settings.
How
Can Naturopathic/Alternative Medicine Help?
As
a Naturopathic Medical Doctor I approach ADHD, like all imbalances in the body,
which is to say I don’t assume the human body is subject to an illness when the
proper diet, supplementation and lifestyle precautions are taken. When a patient has an underlying condition,
it is necessary to look deeper and find out
what missing links are interfering with the efficacy of their WHOLE body as
ONE unique system.
My
goal is to support each individual by strengthening the integrity of their
immune, digestive, metabolic, and neurological systems so there is less risk of an imbalance or infection
attacking the body, leaving it vulnerable to the aftermath of feeling sick,
overwhelmed, disconnected, or hyperactive.
Naturopathic
Medicine…The Real Solution
1.
We focus on
getting to the underlying root cause of the condition. In the case of ADHD, a treatment plan will
involve the detection and elimination
of any imbalances; food allergies, heavy metals or environmental
toxicity.
2.
The role of nutritional
and environmental factors as the underlying cause of ADHD is increasingly
being recognized As a result, we will
establish an individualized optimal nutritional diet, including the use of high-potency multiple vitamins and
supplements as needed.
3.
Neurotransmitter
and Micronutrient testing can
untangle complex and recurring conditions by getting to the root problem underlying the symptom
4.
Biofeeback treatment is designed to train individuals with ADHD
to reduce or eliminate abnormal brain wave activity.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ON TREATMENT & HOW WE CAN HELP!
CONTACT US:
Royal Healing Natural Health Ctr
Dr. Ezenwanyi Ahaghotu, ND
2717 Commercial Center Blvd.
Katy, TX 77494
Katy, TX 77494
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