98. Q&A: We Just Found This… Is It Too Late for Our Teen?

Dr. Tony Ebel addresses a common question: "Is it too late to start chiropractic care and nervous system healing for young adults with neurodevelopmental conditions?" Dr. Ebel shares his personal journey starting chiropractic care in his early 20s and explains how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care can help individuals of any age, particularly those transitioning into adulthood. He emphasizes the importance of shifting away from the medical paradigm of diagnosing and treating conditions toward restoring neurophysiological function to improve quality of life. Dr. Ebel describes how restoring nervous system regulation can positively impact gut health, immune function, sleep, and physical pain, ultimately reducing anxiety and improving overall well-being and social engagement.

[00:01:00] - Addressing the question: "Is it too late to start?"

• Discussion about helping young adults (18-22) with conditions like autism, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation
• Dr. Tony's enthusiastic answer: "It is never too late to start"

[00:03:00] - Dr. Tony's personal transformation story

• His experience with ADHD-like symptoms until starting chiropractic care at age 20-21
• How nervous system care changed his academic performance and life trajectory

[00:07:00] - Shifting away from the traditional medical paradigm

• The difference between treating conditions and improving neurological function
• Focus on adding good function rather than eliminating symptoms
• Reframing goals toward quality of life improvements

[00:09:00] - The four interconnected systems affected by nervous system dysregulation

• How gut health, immune function, sleep, and physical pain all impact anxiety
• The cycle of medication use and increased nervous system dysregulation

[00:13:00] - The impact on social engagement and family dynamics

• How improved nervous system function leads to reduced anxiety and increased happiness
• Relief for parents who have been constantly coaching and regulating their young adults

[00:16:00] - Success stories and potential for transformation

• Examples of patients who defied expectations and went on to college, careers, and relationships
• The varying degrees of improvement possible with consistent nervous system care

[00:18:00] - Call to action and closing thoughts

• Encouragement to seek out a PX doc and begin the healing journey

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