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128: Dr. Nicole Beurkens on ADD, ADHD & Behavior Challenges
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128: Dr. Nicole Beurkens on ADD, ADHD & Behavior Challenges
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56 minutes
Released:
Jan 15, 2018
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Podcast episode
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I know I always say it, but I’m excited to share this interview with you because I get so many questions about ADHD and just learning and behavior problems in children in general. I’m honored to have a holistic child psychologist and absolute expert on this topic, Dr. Nicole Beurkens, on the show today.
If you have questions about your child’s learning, mood, and behavior challenges, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, and even brain injury, take a listen …
How to Improve ADHD & Related Behaviors Naturally
Dr. Nicole Beurkens is a unique combination of psychologist, nutritionist, and special education teacher. (Not to mention a mom to four!) For over 20 years she’s supported children and families in finding ways to improve behavioral problems naturally. She has a doctorate in clinical psychology, a master’s degree in special education and nutrition, and is a board-certified nutrition specialist.
As parents we are all always searching for answers on how to help our children be happy and healthy. It’s my hope this episode helps some answers come to light for any moms out there wondering what to do next.
Turning it over to Dr. Nicole!
In This Episode You’ll Learn
the combination of factors increasing ADD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, and learning and behavior problems in children
why developmental issues are higher in some areas than others
why medication is just a band-aid (and what to do instead)
the five main areas parents can address to help with behavior problems
the scary truth about psychiatric medication in children
how to use nutrition to help with behavior problems
the interesting research that shows 25-40% of kids diagnosed with ADHD actually have a sleep issue
movement — what kids need and why (hint: brain development depends on it)
what the parent-child relationship and peer relationships have to do with ADHD and related disorders
ways to improve thinking, resilience, and problem-solving skills in children
the big foods to avoid for any child with a behavioral challenge
the surprising way that water intake is tied to behavior issues
how zinc can help kids learn to love new foods
the benefits of outdoor time for kids and why this needs to be a priority
Resources We Mention
Follow Dr. Nicole Beurkens at DrBeurkens.com
Life Will Get Better: Simple Solutions for Parents of Children with Attention, Anxiety, Mood and Behavior Challenges by Dr. Nicole Beurkens
Horizons Developmental Resource Center
Dr. Nicole’s Better Behavior Naturally Parent Program
Zinc
Kids’ vitamins
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