Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring
Health - November 3, 2009
Prenatal nutrition seems to affect child's nervous system, brain growth, researchers say
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Childhood ADHD Linked to Criminal Behavior in Adults
Health - October 19, 2009
More study needed to see if medical treatment cuts rates of illegal activities, researchers say
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Teens With ADHD, Depression Risk Internet Addiction
Health - October 6, 2009
In a wired world, obsessive use is likely to increase, experts say
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Health Buzz: Virus Sickens Famed Restaurant’s Patrons and Other Health News
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Megan Johnson
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Health - September 11, 2009
Retraining the ADHD brain; the most confusing flu season ever?
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Neurofeedback: An ADHD Treatment That Retrains the Brain?
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Megan Johnson
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Health - September 10, 2009
Neurofeedback hasn't yet proved out and isn't cheap, but it dangles the prospect of a permanent cure.
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Motivation May Be at Root of ADHD
Health - September 8, 2009
Scans suggest that symptoms stem from deficits in brain's rewards system
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Intuniv Approved for Pediatric ADHD
Health - September 3, 2009
No known potential for abuse, maker says
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Is Eye Exam on Your Back-to-School List?
Health - August 31, 2009
Kids should have first vision screening at 6 months of age, optometrists say
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How to Know if Your Teenager Is Abusing ADHD Prescription Drugs
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - August 24, 2009
Poison centers offer good free information on when to seek medical help.
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Health Buzz: ADHD Prescription Drug Abuse and Other Health News
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Megan Johnson
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Health - August 24, 2009
How to make the decision whether to vaccinate with Gardasil; the "Freshman 15" isn't inevitable.
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Abuse of ADHD Drugs on the Rise
Health - August 24, 2009
Jump in poison control center calls mirrors increasing prescriptions, study shows
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Health Buzz: Cancer Death Rates Down and Other Health News
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Megan Johnson
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Health - August 13, 2009
How to prevent hamstring injuries, and how to manage ADHD symptoms without medication.
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9 Drug-Free Approaches to Managing ADHD
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Megan Johnson
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Health - August 12, 2009
Meditation and 8 other treatment techniques that may ease ADHD symptoms.
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Fetal Alcohol Disorders Often Misdiagnosed as ADHD
Health - July 17, 2009
Behavioral difficulties can look the same, researchers note
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Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Symptoms of ADHD?
Health - July 16, 2009
Here are general warning signs
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Overall Health of U.S. Children a Mixed Bag
Health - July 10, 2009
Government study finds gains and losses
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Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk
Health - June 30, 2009
Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds
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Hundreds of Genes Could Be Linked to ADHD
Health - June 25, 2009
Variations would explain different attention-disorder symptoms, study suggests
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Health Buzz: Depression Gene Debunked and Other Health News
Health - June 17, 2009
FDA issues warning on Zicam cold remedies; an ADHD expert advises parents on Ritalin's potential risks.
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ADHD Medication and Sudden Death: How to Avoid the Risk
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - June 16, 2009
Here’s what parents and pediatricians can do to reduce heart risks to kids posed by drugs like Ritalin.
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Is Ritalin Too Risky for Kids With ADHD?
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - June 15, 2009
One study showing risk isn’t reason enough to stop medication, FDA says.
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ADHD Drugs Linked to Sudden Death in Kids
Health - June 15, 2009
But these unexplained events are exceedingly rare, study finds
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Daytime Nap Has Benefits Beyond Rest for Kids
Health - June 8, 2009
Nappers have less hyperactivity, depression and anxiety, research suggests
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Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed in 3 in Every 1,000 Kids
Health - June 4, 2009
Many more cases have not been identified, U.S. health officials say
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