The A’s of Childhood Disorders and How We Can Help Our Kids Heal

Autism, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Autoimmune Disorders, and Asthma—what I call the “A’s of childhood”—are increasing at epidemic rates. More and more children are struggling with conditions that make daily life and learning difficult.

Why is this happening? While genetics play a role, I often see overlapping patterns: c-section births, limited breastfeeding, frequent use of antibiotics and Tylenol, highly processed diets with food dyes, and heavy exposure to environmental triggers. Add multiple vaccines given close together, and it becomes clear that today’s children face unique stressors on their developing systems.

I know firsthand how overwhelming this can be. As both a parent and a physician, I’ve walked this journey and partnered with families searching for answers. What I’ve learned is that every child’s path is different—but when we take the time to look deeper, we can uncover the “why” behind the diagnosis.

Most importantly: there is always hope. With the right support, we can reverse the trend of chronic pediatric illness and put children on the path to recovery and resilience.

If your family is navigating these challenges, I would be honored to walk alongside you. Let’s work together to uncover root causes, restore balance, and help kids thrive.

You can set up a phone meet and greet to see how I can help your child: https://calendly.com/drlarry-hearthstonefamilycare/meet-and-greet?month=2025-07