283: From Diagnosis to Recovery: Dr. Tony Ebel on Addressing Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the surge in neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD, stressing the need to address both genetic and environmental factors. He outlines a healing approach, focusing on restoring the nervous system and addressing gut health. Dr. Ebel advocates for a comprehensive care plan including chiropractic adjustments, progress tracking scans, and goal-setting. He warns about the impact of excessive screen time on children's nervous systems, emphasizing the importance of creative play and parental self-care. Dr. Ebel mentions his podcast, Experience Miracles, as a resource for parents seeking support and solutions.
Takeaways
The prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and ADHD has been skyrocketing in recent years.
Addressing the underlying causes of these disorders, which involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors, is crucial for effective treatment.
The sequence of healing involves restoring the nervous system, addressing the gut and microbiome, and layering on additional healing modalities.
Regular chiropractic adjustments, scans to track progress, and milestones to indicate improvements are important components of a comprehensive care plan.
Parents should set big goals for their child's recovery and find a practitioner who understands the importance of the sequence of healing.
Excessive screen time, particularly with iPads, can lead to sympathetic nervous system dominance and hinder proper neurodevelopment in children.
Parasympathetic activation, creative play, and investigation are essential for optimal neurodevelopment.
Parents should take care of their own nervous systems and seek chiropractic care for themselves and their children.
The Experiencxe Miracles podcast provides valuable resources and support for parents seeking solutions for their children's health challenges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:15 The Skyrocketing Prevalence of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
04:25 Understanding the Causes of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
10:55 The Importance of the Nervous System and Gut in Healing
23:49 The Goal of Recovery and Finding the Right Practitioner
40:22 The Impact of Technology on Children's Nervous Systems
41:30 The Fourth T: Technology and Sympathetic Tone
42:43 The Importance of Parasympathetic Activation and Creative Play
45:45 Taking Care of Parents' and Children's Nervous Systems
56:21 The Experience Miracles Podcast: Resources for Parents
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