Campion Chiropractic

Childhood is a time of exuberance — an outpouring of energy, creativity, and learning about physical, social and emotional limits. For many children, the early school years are increasingly frustrating because they find it difficult to sit still and focus. This frustration can lead to a host of behavioral and relationship issues. Many of these children are suffering from a constellation of symptoms referred to as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

ADHD is the most common mental health complaint among children. The number of children, as well as adults, diagnosed with ADHD is increasing. Although many children display attention disorder behaviors as early as preschool, parents often dismiss them as signs of high energy. While most children are energetic, ADHD behaviors are extreme and often described as excessive, destructive, unsafe (due to impulsiveness and risk taking), detrimental to progress in school, and harmful to close personal relationships.

Facts About ADHD

• 3-5% of school-age children are diagnosed with ADHD. Many more are undiagnosed.*
• Three times as many boys as girls suffer from ADHD.*
• 78% of pediatric prescriptions are for attention issues.*
• Half of the children with ADHD also have a learning disability.*
• 50-80% of ADHD cases diagnosed in childhood persist into adolescence.*
• 30-50% of adolescent cases of ADHD persist into adulthood.*

_{* Data adapted from the St. Louis Psychologists and Counseling Information and Referral.}

ADHD Brochure

For more information on ADHD, please click the image to the left to download the ADHD brochure in PDF format.  This brochure details the facts about ADHD, its connection with the nervous system, and available treatments. 

If your child is struggling with behavioral issues, please contact us today to discuss treatment options.