Combining meds could better help for those with ADHD
Three studies report that children with ADHD may be better treated with a combination of two standard medications rather than just one therapy alone....
read moreADHD linked to unhealthy prenatal diet
A study published in the “Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry” found that children with conduct disorder in early life are more likely to develop symptoms of ADHD if their mother eats high-sugar, high-fat foods while pregnant....
read moreAtomoxetine improves critical reading skills in kids with dyslexia...
A new study has found that giving kids Atomoxetine (brand name: Strattera) improves the critical components of reading, including decoding and vocabulary. The drug is approved for the treatment of ADHD....
read moreLearningRx RCT accepted by Medical News Today
“Much more than ‘brain games”: Clinician-delivered cognitive training improves multiple cognitive skills and general intelligence in children” The results of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) support the efficacy of LearningRx’s ThinkRx personal brain training in improving cognitive skills and...
read moreOne-Year Retention Results for LearningRx Clients
Abstract: To assess retention of training gains for LearningRx clients, we analyzed the results for 516 clients who opted to return for a one-year follow-up assessment on the Woodcock Johnson III – Tests of Cognitive Abilities. The average age of clients...
read moreNon-stimulant for adult ADHD moving into Phase 3 trials
Neurovance’s Phase 2b trial of the non-stimulant drug centanafadine SR has met both the primary and secondary endpoints. The research will move into Phase 3 trials in early 2017. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/311974.php...
read moreAcetaminophen use in pregnancy linked to ADHD and autism in offspring...
There’s new evidence linking prenatal exposure to acetaminophen and symptoms of ADHD and autism. But the researchers say pregnant women shouldn’t be concerned as there is not enough evidence to support the claim....
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