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Researchers Suspect 3 “S’s” to Be Contributing Factors in Rise of ADHD Rates

By on 22 May, 2013 in Parenting

According to the most recent results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 6.4 million American children have received an ADHD diagnosis in their lifetimes. This is an increase of 16% since 2007 and a 53% increase over the last decade. With statistics like these, it’s no wonder that ADHD has been a hot topic among parents, health care professionals, researchers, experts and government officials.

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ADHD Has Life-Long Complications, Study Says

By on 07 Mar, 2013 in Parenting

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is currently considered the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in children. According to the most recent information, about 7 percent of all children are diagnosed with the condition, and it is three times more prevalent in boys than in girls.

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Study Finds that ADHD Medication Could Slow Growth in Teen Boys

By on 21 Jan, 2013 in Parenting

With the prevalence of ADHD in most countries today, it would make sense that researchers are concerned with the potential long-term effects of medication often used to treat the condition. One research group from Australia recently focused on the effect that the medication can have on puberty and growth on boys throughout the teen years.

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Study: Talking to Your Baby may Decrease ADHD Risks

By on 17 Jan, 2013 in Parenting

According to an article in the Washington Post, ADHD rates have risen 66% in the United States since the year 2000. And the US isn’t the only country struggling with rising ADHD rates. Yet despite the rising epidemic, there are still some questions about how we can protect children from the condition and why it [...]

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Study: Lack of Oxygen In-Utero or during Labor Linked to Higher ADHD Risks

By on 14 Dec, 2012 in Parenting

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 8.4 percent of all children from ages 3 to 17 have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Classified by symptoms of inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness, the condition is estimated to cost between $36 billion and $52.4 billion in health care each year.

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Higher Mercury Level From Eating Fish May Heighten Risk of ADHD in Unborn Babies

By on 11 Oct, 2012 in pregnancy

A new study suggests that mother’s intake of fish during pregnancy may affect the chances of her baby developing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) later in life. This was mainly due to the higher level of mercury which came from eating bigger fishes.

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Early Treatment for ADHD Can Improve Academic Performance

By on 26 Jun, 2012 in Parenting

Inattentiveness, trouble sitting still and hyperactivity are all tell-tale signs and symptoms of ADHD in children. These symptoms can disrupt almost every aspect of a child’s life, particularly academic performance. Medications can be and are used to treat symptoms of ADHD, but there is little known about how treatment affects academic performance.

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Counterfeit Adderall Pills Circulating – FDA Administers Warning

By on 30 May, 2012 in Parenting

All medications can have adverse effects. Those effects can be intensified by taking the wrong medication or a medication that you don’t need. Additionally, certain medications are monitored very carefully for a reason. One such case is Adderall, a medication for ADHD manufactured by Teva. It is classified with other medications that are monitored carefully to help prevent abuse and addiction.

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Mothers with Gestational Diabetes and Low Incomes 14x More Likely to Have A Child With ADHD

By on 07 Jan, 2012 in Parenting, pregnancy

Previous studies have shown that ADHD is on the rise. Research has also shown that gestational diabetes, a glucose intolerance that develops in the second and third trimester of pregnancy, has been on the rise over the last twenty years, especially among ethnic minorities and low-income families.

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