Each year 17 million new cases of Attention Deficit Disorder are diagnosed in children. Spending on behavioral medications jumped to $6.4 million in 2003 – up from $3.6 million in 2000. (Dr. Mercola’s website). Children are often labeled on the basis of a five minute interview. Then drugs (Ritalin or Dexedrine) are given to help children “learn better”, but the drugs just calm them down and often decrease their creativity. The side effects of these medications include: nausea, headaches, stomach aches, facial tics, depression and weight loss. Medications may contain lead and mercury. So, there is a price paid. In addition, twice as many adults are on ADHD medications than in the year 2000 and the number keeps rising. ADD and ADHD are often used interchangeably but there are subtle differences. There are some similarities between Autism, ADHD, Allergies and Asthma. They each share imbalances in the immune system, gastrointestinal system and the nervous system (neurotransmitters). Step by step outline for working with these amazing, gifted individuals: