ADHD – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and More
Since 2003, ADHD has had a steady annual increase of 5% and currently affects 1 in 10 school-aged children. It is more common than childhood cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined. There are various causes of ADHD, which can be difficult to pinpoint, but range from genetics to toxins, food intolerances, gut imbalances, nutrient deficiencies and vision challenges.
Here are some quick facts about ADHD to bring more awareness and acceptance of those with ADHD:
- ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that usually develops in childhood
- ADHD affects ability to focus, ability to control impulsive behavior and can cause restlessness and daydreaming
- Boys are more likely to develop ADHD than girls
- ADHD is not degenerative. Children with ADHD can continuously improve
- ADHD often follows a child into adulthood
- 62% of children with a diagnosis of ADHD are using pharmaceutical treatment and 47% are receiving behavioral treatment
- Many people with ADHD live well, work, and contribute to their communities in a positive way
- ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that usually develops in childhood
- ADHD affects ability to focus, ability to control impulsive behavior and can cause restlessness and daydreaming
- Boys are more likely to develop ADHD than girls
- ADHD is not degenerative. Children with ADHD can continuously improve
- ADHD often follows a child into adulthood
- 62% of children with a diagnosis of ADHD are using pharmaceutical treatment and 47% are receiving behavioral treatment
- Many people with ADHD live well, work, and contribute to their communities in a positive way
Another important point is that ADHD is commonly accompanied by a range of other psychosocial and physical health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, autism, digestive disorders and sleeping disorders. Whereas ADHD is often stigmatized as a mental disorder, it’s not that simple. ADHD often involves complex interactions of several body systems and physiology.
In order to address ADHD thoroughly and individually, we must approach the causes and condition by four pillars:
- Dietary Intervention and Changes
- Remove specific foods that create inflammation in your child’s brain and gut, worsening symptoms and behavior.
- Foundational Supplements
- Support your child’s body with baseline vitamins and minerals needed to support the proper terrain for healthy body functioning and healing.
- Digestive System Treatment
- Rebalance and clear the gut of infection or overgrowth; Support digestion and absorption of nutrients for proper body function.
- Methylation and Genetic Modulation
- Correct specific insufficiencies in biochemical metabolism, nervous system development, immune function and detoxification.
Understanding and approaching your child’s ADHD from this 360-degree view allows for optimal outcomes by treating and rebalancing the root causes. With the proper lab testing, investigation and therapies, your child will be cared for from an individualistic viewpoint and a healing approach from the inside out. This is why holistic therapies that address your child on all levels often yield the most success. As ADHD affects an increasing number of children and families in our communities, let’s embrace it with positivity and hope.
