Episode 54: Understanding Dyslexia and Childhood Processing Disorders

In this episode, Dr. Kharrazian dives into childhood developmental disorders, with a special focus on dyslexia and processing challenges. Learn why children struggle with reading, writing, or social interaction and how sensory and motor coordination issues are linked to brain development.The conversation breaks down the different types of developmental disorders, from learning and sensory processing to motor skills, psychological health, and communication abilities. Dr. Kharrazian will clarify what dyslexia really is and explore its genetic roots, signs, symptoms, and why early diagnosis is critical. You’ll also hear insights on sensory processing disorders, motor tics, behavioral challenges, and how functional medicine can support children—and adults—facing these challenges by optimizing brain health and development. To dive deeper, enroll in the Kharrazian Institute’s Childhood Developmental Disorders course at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/childhood-development-disorders.For patient-oriented functional medicine courses, visit https://drknews.com/online-courses/For practitioner functional medicine certification courses, visit https://kharrazianinstitute.com/For Certified Functional Nutrition education for both practitioners and lay people, visit https://afnlm.com/00:00 Identifying Learning Disorder Pathways05:15 Dyslexia Awareness and Diagnosis Progress15:37 "Dyslexia-Induced Cognitive Fatigue"19:40 Early Dyslexia Impact on Children25:35 Dyslexia: Genetics and Coping Strategies30:01 Dyslexia Screening: Nine Yes Indicators33:17 Supporting Dyslexia: Diagnosis and Brain Health37:23 Factors Impacting Brain Development46:34 Neurorehab: Develop Weak Brain Areas48:17 Sensory and Motor Disorders in Autism54:02 Frontostriatal Pathway and Tics01:00:47 "Understanding PANDAS/PANS in Children"01:08:19 Comprehensive Child Development Disorder Checklist01:09:25 "Pediatric Functional Medicine Overview"01:14:30 Functional Medicine & Nutrition EducationSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.