LearningRx1 adhd | http://www.learningrx.org - Part 11

College kids who misuse stimulants more likely to have ADHD

Oct 14, 2016 by

Massachusetts General Hospital’s new study of college students found that those who misuse stimulant drugs are more likely to have ADHD, conduct disorder or substance-use disorder compared to their peers who are no misusing stimulants....

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Combining meds could better help for those with ADHD

Oct 10, 2016 by

Three studies report that children with ADHD may be better treated with a combination of two standard medications rather than just one therapy alone....

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ADHD linked to unhealthy prenatal diet

Oct 4, 2016 by

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....

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Non-stimulant for adult ADHD moving into Phase 3 trials

Aug 29, 2016 by

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...

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Acetaminophen use in pregnancy linked to ADHD and autism in offspring...

Aug 27, 2016 by

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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ADHD is now a specific disability under federal law

Aug 25, 2016 by

The new federal guidelines classifying ADHD as a specific disability make clear that school districts should evaluate students who may have the disorder even if they show high academic performance. Parents are entitled to ask that a district evaluate...

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