Childhood Developmental Disorders, Brain Imbalances & Neuroimmune Health with Dr. Peter Scire

In this in-depth episode, Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Scire go beyond conventional thinking about childhood developmental disorders—unpacking how issues like dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities often stem from deeper, unresolved neurological and immunological imbalances that extend well into adulthood.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Developmental Disorders Are Often Misunderstood & Undiagnosed: Learning disabilities, not autism, are the most common childhood developmental issues—yet many kids never receive a proper neurological evaluation. Instead, they're often pushed into compensatory therapies without addressing the root cause in brain function.
• Brain Development Has a Blueprint: The brain develops in a predictable right-to-left hemispheric pattern, and interruptions to this process—often identified through retained primitive reflexes, oculomotor issues, and vestibular dysfunction—can result in cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges well into adulthood.
• Functional Neurology Offers a Different Lens: Unlike traditional models that separate neurological and psychiatric care, functional neurology integrates sensory-motor function, primitive reflex testing, and brain hemisphere imbalances to uncover why the brain is underperforming—and how to restore its potential.
• Neuroimmune Interactions Are a Game-Changer: Immune system dysregulation—often starting in the womb due to maternal inflammation—can alter brain development and trigger lifelong neuropsychiatric issues. Inflammatory immune responses can lead to mood disorders, cognitive delay, and even autoimmune issues without ever being properly linked to brain health.
• Treating the Root, Not the Label: Dr. Scire emphasizes that symptom-chasing—whether through meds, supplements, or labs—isn’t enough. Instead, a framework-based approach must consider neurological exam findings, metabolic markers like blood sugar or anemia, and prioritize which systems need regulation first—brain, immune, or both.

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