EPISODE · Oct 30, 2025 · 17 MIN
Primitive Reflexes Explained: The Hidden Root of ADHD, Autism, and Learning Struggles
from NEUROtrition: Optimizing Your Mind and Body · host Dr. Matt Zaideman, DC, FIBFN-CND, CFMP
What if the key to attention, coordination, and emotional regulation was hidden in the movements we make as infants? 🤔 In this episode of the Neurotrition Podcast, Dr. Z breaks down the fascinating science of primitive reflexes — the automatic movements that build the brain’s foundation and shape how children grow, learn, and behave.When these early reflexes don’t fully integrate, they can quietly influence everything from focus and posture to anxiety, sensory issues, and even gut health. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or just curious about brain development, this episode will change how you see early movement — and its lifelong impact.🎯 What You’ll Learn:- What primitive reflexes are (and why they matter)- The connection between reflexes and ADHD, autism, and sensory processing- How reflex retention affects posture, coordination, and emotional control- Why gut health and the nervous system are more connected than you think- Practical steps to identify and support healthy neurological developmentSubscribe for more empowering stories & expert insights!Like & Share this video to spread awareness.Podcast produced byJuming Delmas StudiosSponsored by North Florida Spine and WellnessFollow Us for More:Instagram: @neurotritionpodcastTikTok: @neurotritionpodcastFacebook: @NEURO-Trition Website: www.neurotritionpodcast.com
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What if the key to attention, coordination, and emotional regulation was hidden in the movements we make as infants? 🤔 In this episode of the Neurotrition Podcast, Dr. Z breaks down the fascinating science of primitive reflexes — the automatic movements that build the brain’s foundation and shape how children grow, learn, and behave. When these early reflexes don’t fully integrate, they can quietly influence everything from focus and posture to anxiety, sensory issues, and even gut health. W...
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