Larchmont Doctor Offers Non-Drug Approach to ADHD

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Optimal Health and Development Center now offers a holistic approach to help people manage the challenges associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Optimal Health and Development Center is a Certified “SHINE for Doctors: Special Help for Integrating Neurological Experience” practice that combines ADHD expertise, chiropractic alignment and neurological assessment with exercise and nutrition counseling.

ADHD is typically characterized by impulsivity, inattentiveness, and hyperactivity—characteristics that make it hard for those with this trait to reach their highest potential. When managed effectively, those with ADHD have accomplished extraordinary successes, but if undiagnosed or untreated, ADHD can wreck lives.

ADHD expert Dr. Edward Hallowell says that having ADHD is like having a Ferrari engine for a brain with bicycle brakes. In keeping with this analogy, Pearl, of Optimal Health says, “We teach children and adults with ADHD how to strengthen their 'brakes' while also giving their bodies and 'engines' a tune-up. Medication is not the only answer.”

Recent studies indicate that the use of medication to help manage ADHD is on the rise, however, many people with ADHD prefer a holistic, alternative approach and are already familiar with Dr. Hallowell and his NY Times bestselling book, Delivered from Distraction.  Pearl will combine Dr. Hallowell’s strengths-based approach by first identifying the unique gifts inherent to everyone, and then tailoring their proven chiropractic techniques to person with ADHD achieve their full potential. More information on the SHINE program can be found here.

Dr. Seth Pearl, DC offers non-invasive chiropractic care that not only provides pain relief, but also offers wellness based care which can help to improve your overall health and prevent future issues from occurring. 

Dr. Edward Hallowell, M.D, is a child and adult psychiatrist, NY Times bestselling author, world-renowned speaker and leading authority in the field of ADHD. He was a faculty member at Harvard Medical School for over 20 years, graduated from Harvard College and Tulane School of Medicine.  He has been featured on Dr. Oz, Oprah, Good Morning America as well as in the New York Times, Newsweek, Time Magazine, and many other publications.