1. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing Research Shows Chiropractic May Alleviate ADHD

2. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing A Common Concern  Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions in children.  A rocketing number of children are being medicated with potentially damaging drugs.

3. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing Chiropractic Can Help  In a hot-off-the presses study, children with ADHD underwent chiropractic care for a minimum of five months.  Parents and teachers reported significant improvements in:  hyperactivity  impulsivity and inattentiveness  behavioral, social & emotional difficulties.

4. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing Improved Cognitive Function A group of children with ADHD were evaluated in 20 areas of cognitive function. They received a five- month course of chiropractic care. All showed improvement in: Concentration Ability to maintain focus Impulse control Performance at home and school

5. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing Reduced Need for Medication In another study of children with ADHD (ages 2-15), after receiving chiropractic care and nutritional supplements:  Three of the five children were able to stop taking medication.  The other two were able to decrease their medication dosage significantly.

6. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing How Does Chiropractic Care Alleviate ADHD? Functional or structural changes in the vertebrae (spinal bones) affect the spine and how it supports the body.

7. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing How Does Chiropractic Care Alleviate ADHD?

8. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing ADHD Medications may be Hazardous.

9. © Copyright, 2010, PreventiCare® Publishing ADHD is Grossly Over-diagnosed.  If you suspect your child may have ADHD, ask us about how and where to have your child properly evaluated.  Some educators and healthcare providers are quick to apply the ADHD label to any active child and recommend medication.

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