P02.162. Parental interest in integrative care for children with attentional concerns

Results Of the 75 new patients, 23 (31%) families had concerns about ADHD. Of these, 70% were male; the average age was 11.2 ± 3.1 years; and 80% also received care from specialists. Eleven patients (48%) were taking a prescription medication, but only 3 (13%) were taking medicine for ADHD; dietary supplements were taken by 12 patients (52%). Most families were interested in health promotion information about diet (87%), exercise (78%), stress management (74%), and sleep (74%). Of 11 patients tested, 82% had low ferritin. Recommendations focused on health promotion (100%), dietary supplements such as multivitamins/minerals (71%) and omega-3 fatty acids (82%), and specialist referrals (30%).