LearningRx1 ADHD | http://www.learningrx.org - Part 22

Association between sunny climates and reduction in ADHD

Nov 17, 2013 by

Regions in the U.S. and other countries with high sunlight intensity have a lower prevalence of ADHD. One theory is that the sunlight provides a “protective” effect. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/10/131021094644.htm...

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Moderate to vigorous exercise boosts teens’ grades

Nov 13, 2013 by

The more intensive the exercise, the greater the impact on test results. This is especially true when it comes to girls and science....

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Growing up stressed and poor affects brain function as an adult...

Nov 11, 2013 by

A childhood filled with chronic stress and poverty may cause problems with brain function – especially emotional problems — in adulthood....

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CHICA system an accurate way to diagnose ADHD

Nov 7, 2013 by

The computer-based decision support system CHICA (Child Health Improvement through Computer Animation) can increase the chances of a child between 5 and 12 being properly diagnosed with ADHD....

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Despite effective interventions, adult ADHD undertreated

Nov 6, 2013 by

Although up to two-thirds of kids with ADHD continue to show symptoms well into adulthood, only a small percent of adults get a diagnosis or seek treatment for their ADHD....

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Biomarker differentiates subtypes of ADHD

Nov 5, 2013 by

By looking at EEGs while teens with ADHD performed a computer task, researchers could distinguish between those whose primary symptom is inattentiveness and those whose symptoms include hyperactivity and impulsivity....

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Infections in newborns linked to behavior problems later

Nov 2, 2013 by

In order to produce white matter, certain cells need iron. But when certain infections afflict newborns, they can interfere with the storage and release of iron, leading to behavior and movement problems later....

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