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ODD is one of the most misunderstood and under-resourced diagnoses in pediatric practice. Conventional management rarely addresses the underlying neurobiology, and families are often left without meaningful clinical guidance.
This webinar walks through the naturopathic framework for ODD: how to assess for the root drivers — including missed psychiatric diagnoses, MAOA polymorphisms, dopamine dysregulation, Pathological Demand Avoidance strategies — and how to build a treatment plan that actually moves the needle.
Originally presented as a CE course in June 2024. CE credit is no longer available, but the full clinical content is here for you at no charge.
ODD is one of the most misunderstood and under-resourced diagnoses in pediatric practice. Conventional management rarely addresses the underlying neurobiology, and families are often left without meaningful clinical guidance.
This webinar walks through the naturopathic framework for ODD: how to assess for the root drivers — including missed psychiatric diagnoses, MAOA polymorphisms, dopamine dysregulation, Pathological Demand Avoidance strategies — and how to build a treatment plan that actually moves the needle.
Originally presented as a CE course in June 2024. CE credit is no longer available, but the full clinical content is here for you at no charge.
Start learning today: Get clinical pearls, protocols, and research-backed strategies you can apply immediately in practice. CE credits available for ND’s in select courses.
Learn On the Go: Clinical Conversations with Erika Krumbeck, ND
In this episode: Dr. Krumbeck reviews research that shows a link between inflammation and anxiety in children.
00:00 Intro, Study: “Could high serum C-reactive protein levels serve as a biomarker for children and adolescents diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder”
3:57 Mechanisms: why inflammation is driving anxiety, and perhaps anxiety is driving inflammation
4:40 The gut-brain axis and its impact on anxiety
8:30 Zinc, a nutrient that is directly involved in both immune system and neurological function
9:44 The dangers of delaying treatment: the “kindling” effect
11:53 Holistic approaches to treating anxiety
18:38 Future directions in research on inflammation and mood disorders
I am Erika Krumbeck – pediatric naturopathic physician, Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Pediatrics, and founder of Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO. Since 2013 I have served families in Missoula, Montana, practicing integrative primary care grounded in both compassion and scientific rigor. I have walked alongside parents, collaborated with a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, and asked the questions that modern medicine too often forgets to ask: how do we truly support the health of a child – body, mind and spirit?
I built this platform for providers like you – those who want to offer natural, evidence-based therapies with the same confidence and precision as any conventional protocol. Inside you will find clinical tools, treatment guides, and pediatric protocols that are designed not just to educate, but to equip you in real-world practice.
Every resource here is grounded in research. Every guide is made to be used – not just read. This is pediatric integrative medicine, streamlined and strengthened for integrative clinicians who want to do more than keep up – they want to lead.
Welcome to Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO.
If you are a research geek this section is for you! Every other Monday we summarize a pediatric research study that is relevant for pediatric providers.
CRP and Pediatric Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
A case-control study found elevated CRP in drug-naïve children with generalized anxiety disorder. Here is what the finding means, and what it does not, for clinical practice.
Iodine / Pregnancy Cognition,
Both iodine deficiency and excess during pregnancy are linked to poorer child cognitive outcomes. A 2025 review explains the U-shaped relationship and what it means for prenatal care.
Microplastics and Child Health
Micro- and nanoplastics are now detectable in placental tissue, cord blood, and meconium. A 2025 review examines what the evidence says about developmental risks in children.
Ashwagandha and Cognition in Children.
A double-blind RCT found KSM-66 Ashwagandha improved processing speed, working memory, and sleep quality in children aged 6 to 12 over 8 weeks.
A large observational study examining how vitamin D levels relate to insulin resistance and adiposity in children with obesity—and what this means for clinical screening
Read time: 4 minutes With screens now part of everyday life, even for infants, many parents and providers wonder: does screen time during early development
Read time: 3 minutes Atopic dermatitis is more than dry skin—it’s often the first step in a child’s allergic march. But what if an everyday
Read time: 2 minutes Cannabis legalization is reshaping parental behaviors—but how does this impact children? A recent JAMA Pediatrics study explores the link between parental
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Introduction Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is one of the most widely used medicinal herbs for supporting sleep, mood, and emotional regulation in both children and adults. In pediatric care, lavender has gained growing attention as a gentle, non-pharmacologic option for common concerns such as sleep difficulties, anxiety, restlessness, and emotional dysregulation—issues
What is riboflavin? Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is a water-soluble B vitamin that plays a central role in cellular metabolism, mitochondrial function, and redox homeostasis. Biochemically, riboflavin is the precursor for the coenzymes flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD), both of which are essential for the activity of
What is the function of vitamin B6? Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin known as pyridoxine. The active coenzyme forms of vitamin B6 are called pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP) and pyridoxamine 5 phosphate (PMP). Vitamin B6 performs a wide variety of functions throughout the body in these active coenzyme forms. It is
Introduction Functional abdominal pain disorders (FAPDs) in children and adolescents present a complex clinical challenge within the realm of pediatric medicine, characterized by chronic abdominal pain and multifaceted diagnostic criteria. These disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions such as functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal migraine and FAP-not otherwise specified,
What is Quercetin? Quercetin is a plant pigment found in a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid known as a flavonol, important for its antioxidant properties.1 Its antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals that may otherwise cause inflammation and contribute to a wide range of
What is Tyrosine and what is it used for? L-Tyrosine, commonly referred to as just tyrosine, is a conditionally essential amino acid that the body makes from another amino acid, phenylalanine. Tyrosine is essential for the production of a family of neurotransmitters called catecholamines that includes epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine.1
