By Eric M. Spinner, CNC

I very often have people come in to see me with questions regarding ADD. They tell me that their children’s teachers are encouraging them to take medications like Ritalin and Adderall, but that they would like to try a more natural approach before starting with the prescription drug. I know from speaking with faculty members at our local schools that a huge problem exists, and I am writing this to hopefully offer an alternative to those who can benefit from it.

I always believe in an integrated approach to health and healing, Integrating the best of conventional medicine with traditional complimentary medicine. I never encourage clients to discontinue taking their prescription medicines without first speaking to their doctor.

Attention deficit disorder (ADD), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can affect people of all ages, and it is estimated that over 6 million children have been diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD in this country. It is by far the fastest growing problem affecting children in America. It is responsible for a variety of learning and behavioral problems, quite often affecting not only the child, but also making it difficult for the entire family.

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