Cornerstone Family Chiropractic
1903 George Washington Way
Richland, WA 99354
(509) 942-1212
Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Program
Did You Know?
  • ADD/ADHD affects 4-12% of school-aged children; that's 1-3 in every classroom
  • 80% of the children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD will have symptoms as teenagers and 65% into adulthood
  • 35% of all children referred to mental health specialists are for ADD/ADHD
  • In the United States, Ritalin is a schedule II controlled substance, the designation used for stimulant drugs like amphetamines
  • Over 10 million prescriptions for Ritalin are filled each year
  • Between 1990 and 2000 186 deaths from Ritalin were reported to the FDA MedWatch program
  • Ritalin has been shown to stunt growth, cause headaches, increase anxiety, and increase blood pressure
  • Research shows that those who have taken Ritalin are more likely to be addicted to other drugs
Did You Know?
  • Case studies have shown that correcting abnormal spinal curvature may reduce ADD/ADHD symptoms
  • Researchers have found that eliminating a few itmes from a child's diet can greatly reduce symptoms
  • Studies have shown a reduction of symptoms with the use of certain essential oils and aromatherapy
  • Research has shown that controlling diet factors is more effective than medication in treating ADD/ADHD
  • Parent surveys have found that alternative therapies have been more effective and less costly, physically and emotionally
Our ADD/ADHD program is like no other treatment for these conditions.  You and your child will work personally, one-on-one, with Dr. Whitemarsh and our staff.  Our program utilizes, not one, but several completely natural forms of treatment.  Each aspect of the program is backed by positive research showing the effectiveness of such treatments in children with ADD/ADHD.  These include:
  • Spinal fixation correction
  • Abnormal curvature and muscle re-education
  • Essential oils and aromatherapy
  • Nutrition and diet consultations
  • Activity monitoring and consulting

More importantly, our program does not include:
  • Harmful drugs
  • Psychiatric treatment
Still wondering if a more natural and effective treatment is right for you...?
Call us today at (509) 942-1212 for your free consultation with Dr. Whitemarsh, or get started right now by clicking here!