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The ABC of ENT, ASD, and ADHD

From breathing to brain, hearing to hyperactivity

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The ABC of ENT, ASD, and ADHD

By: david mcintosh
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 This groundbreaking book explores the often-overlooked relationship between Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) health and neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Drawing on the latest medical research and clinical insights, it unpacks how conditions such as chronic ear infections, sleep-disordered breathing, and nasal allergies can profoundly influence brain development, behavior, and learning in children with ASD and ADHD.

In this book readers will discover the hidden links between sensory processing, communication difficulties, and airway health, shedding light on why children with ASD and ADHD are particularly vulnerable to ENT issues. The book dives deep into how factors like mouth breathing, enlarged tonsils, sinus problems, and middle ear infections can worsen neurodevelopmental symptoms, contributing to hyperactivity, inattention, speech delays, and behavioral challenges.

The book also discusses how sleep-disordered breathing (including obstructive sleep apnea) is frequently misdiagnosed as ADHD, leading to unnecessary medication. By focusing on improving ENT health, many children experience significant cognitive and behavioral improvements, reducing the need for pharmacological intervention.

Beyond identifying these critical links, The ABC of ENT, ASD, and ADHD offers practical strategies for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to address ENT issues early, providing evidence-based solutions to improve the quality of life for children with ASD and ADHD. From preventive care and diagnostic approaches to treatment options like surgery, therapies, and lifestyle adjustments, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing the ENT aspects of these complex disorders.

This book is a must-read for parents, educators, clinicians, and therapists seeking to better understand the underlying medical conditions that may be exacerbating developmental challenges in children. It provides a holistic view of health, combining insights from ENT medicine, neurology, and behavioral science to present a complete picture of how physical health directly impacts cognitive and emotional well-being.

In bridging the gap between ENT health and neurodevelopmental conditions, this book empowers readers with knowledge, opening new pathways for intervention and care in the lives of children with ASD and ADHD. Child Psychology Children's Health Developmental Psychology Mental Health Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships Special need Health
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