ADHD – It affects millions of children, and adults, and their families. But why? What’s causing this growing epidemic? Is it real? Is it over-diagnosed? Isn’t it just a diagnostic fad, made popular by the media? Isn’t it just an excuse for bad behavior and poor parenting? And once we answer all that, and if it’s real, is there hope? Is it treatable? Is it curable? If so, how? Medication? Therapy? Nutrition? Supplements? Prayer?
Let’s tackle this one first: Is it real? Absolutely!!! Any parent raising a child with ADHD knows it’s real. Knows it’s a ludicrous question. Has every right to be offended by the very asking.
So, yes, ADHD is real. Very real.
Next: Is there hope? Again, absolutely. Many parents are initially hesitant to accept the idea that their child may have ADHD. Once they acknowledge the possibility, most are reluctant to venture into the realm of medication. Surely something else can work, can help, can offer relief.
Can it?
While Conventional Medicine’s reflexive answer to ADHD is controlled-substance stimulant medication, it must be known that that’s NOT the only answer. While Conventional Medicine consistently claims there’s no evidence for the effectiveness of alternative approaches, that’s simply not true.
Functional Medicine, recognizing that everyone is unique and responds uniquely to various therapies, has much to offer. Specific nutritional measures help a great many ADHD suffers. Select supplements help others. Identifying and eliminating toxic exposures can be beneficial. Effective counseling and support can produce tremendous results.
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