ADD/ADHD Symposium Photos
A WWN Event ~ September 20, 2003
More than 50 parents, education professionals, and area wellness practitioners took time on sunny Saturday, September 20th to attend a day-long symposium "Focus on ADD/ADHD - Complementary and Alternative Approaches". |
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Presenters and Presentations
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Jonas, a local WWN Chapter President kicked off the symposium with
opening remarks and an informative background on ADD/ADHD.
Suzanne does presentations around the world on the effects of music and
sound for learning, productivity, and healing; and later in the day
gave a presentation on the use of Sound and Music therapies for the
treatment of ADD/ADHD. Suzanne also discussed the 'Mozart
Effect', brain synchronization, and recent research on the use of
specific frequencies in classrooms to decrease fatigue and restlessness
and enhance focus and learning. Suzanne Jonas, Ed. D. WWN President, Greater Knoxville Area Chapter. Director of the MindBody DeStress Clinic and Music and Medicine. |
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Pete Sulack practices chiropractic medicine at Exodus Chiropractic in
Knoxville. He gave a lively and informative presentation on the
role the nervous system plays in disease and health, highlighted some
pitfalls to a drug-oriented approach to ADD/ADHD treatment, and
discussed case-studies and personal experiences regarding chiropractic
diagnosis and care and other alternative treatments. Dr. Pete Sulack, D.C., Chiropractor, Exodus Chiropractic |
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Barbara
Rose got attendees to their feet and led us through a series of Brain
Gym® movements that help to enhance brain connections, facilitate stress reduction, stimulate the
sensorimotor system and promote calm organization throughout the brain
and body. Remember the 7-minute Brain tune-up... P.A.C.E. ... Positive, Active, Clearing, Energy, which includes the exercises: Belly Breathing, Brain Buttons, Cross Crawl, Hook Ups, Lazy 8 circles, and Elephant 8's. Remember to drink water too when exercising! Barbara Rose, R.N., Brain Gym Consultant, Wellness Coach. Sheltered Well |
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Diane
Minch and Carol Montgomery are both independent natural wellness
consultants as well as being co-directors of different Knoxville-area
WWN chapters. Together they presented a comprehensive potpourri
of practical tips, products, and solutions for avoiding and eliminating
environmental toxins, heavy metals, food additives, and allergens
associated with ADD/ADHD. They provided suggestions for
dietary changes and improved nutrition and had related products
available for sampling. |
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Lunch was both |
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Carrie
Wagner, Director of Knoxville Reflexology Group, combines her work with
essential oils and other alternative modalities in helping people
overcome chronic conditions and pain. She gave a presentation on
the need for Detoxifications to address the toxic side effects of
Vaccinations and discussed an approach to treat those effects. Carrie Wagner, M.Ed., Certified Reflexologist. Knoxville Reflexology Group. She is a regular guest on "Ask Judy - The Word on Health" every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. on AM 760 WMEN radio in Knoxville. |
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Piotr
Ulmer, a clinical Physical Therapy instructor and practitioner,
presented information on Manual Manipulation and Integrative Manual
Therapy. He also discussed the cranio-sacral system and
related therapies that can help reduce ADD symptoms. Piotr
also described Integrative Diagnostics and its ability and use in
diagnosing the roots of problems and symptoms of ADD and in identifying
cases that are not ADD. Piotr Ulmer, P.T. Contemporary Therapeutic Solutions. |
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Patricia
Holst and Holly White, two Interactive Metronome Certified
professionals with Educational Associates in Oak Ridge explained and
demonstrated the use of Interactive Metronome®. Volunteers
among the attendees participated. Interactive Metronome® rhythmic and movement training exercises have been shown to improve motor planning and coordination for children and adults. IM training can also help enhance focus and learning, and can provide improvements in attention, coordination, control of aggression/impulsivity, reading and language processing. Patricia C. Holst, MS, BCET, IMC. Holly S. White, BS, IMC |
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Sandra
Bonkosky, a Certified Color Practitioner and Teacher, discussed how the
use of color and light can benefit those with ADD/ADHD. Sandra
also described effective techniques and recent research involving
color and light that can be used to improve attention,
coordination, communication, and learning. Sandra Kay Bonkosky, Aura-Soma Practitioner/Teacher, dba Colors of Sand. |
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Thanks... to those shown here,
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WWN would also like to take the opportunity again to
Thank CoSponsors for this event which include:
The Mary Blount Elementary School... with personal appreciation to:
Mrs. Pat Bradley and Mrs. Sandy Bell (the former and current Principals);
Mr. Bill Moss, Vice Principal; and the wonderful custodial crew.
Suzanne Jonas ~ Music & Medicine
Sunrider Wholefood Concentrates
Clear's Silat & Street Kung Fu
PC Professional Products
Apple Tree Health Foods
Maryville Kroger
Apex Energetics
Other websites of the Presenters and Volunteers
