Treating ADHD in our kids needs a whole body approach that takes into account our environment and lifestyle. Many of us are surrounded by stressors that cause us and our kids to be in fight or flight mode, sometimes without realizing it. But a full-body, natural approach can be the answer.
Michelle Riddle, an OT and Registered Holistic Nutritionist, joins Veronica to discuss all the possibilities we have to get our of fight or flight modes when we focus on Stress management; an Environment for capacity (meaningful and connected); Nourishing the mind, body and microbiome; Sleep, and Exercise (SENSE).
In this interview they discuss:
- Chronic developmental challenges that are higher in kids with austism and ADHD (2)
- Treating these challenges by focusing on stressors in the environment and the food we eat (3.30)
- The importance of movement and exercise (13)
- What causes fight or flight mode (15.30)
- How treatment is shifting now to include natural factors (18)
- Looking at all the factors and root causes when developing a treatment plan (22)
Resources mentioned:
Canada's Food Guide: [ Ссылка ]
Learn more about Michelle and her amazing work:
KIDS BRAIN SUMMIT: [ Ссылка ]
SENSE Program: [ Ссылка ]
Global Alliance for Our Children's Future: [ Ссылка ]
Looking for your answer to ADHD - What Now? Get started with our free workbook here: [ Ссылка ]
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