5 benefits of getting outdoors in the summer Jul 2, 2010
Children with ADHD seem to focus better after being outdoors. It might be a stretch to say that applies to adults, but if you have trouble concentrating, outdoor activity may help. (AZCentral -- Health)
Offensive swipe Jun 30, 2010
The discussion of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity by Dr. Charles Barta (Is it ADHD or just an unruly child. June 27) correctly notes that there are problems diagnosing this situation, and some controversy about the use of drugs for treatment. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Father, Young Daughter Missing In Clallam County Jun 27, 2010
He reportedly has glaucoma, is ADHD and wears contacts. The child is described as being 33 inches long, about 26 pounds, "dirty blond-colored" shoulder length hair frequently worn in a ponytail, green or hazel eyes, pierced ears with colored stone stud earrings, wearing a red long sleeve shirt, blue jeans, brown boots, and red socks. (KIRO TV, WA)
Autism in Malibu Jun 24, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 Edition. Actually, these studies only look at the MMR vaccine and the ingredient thimerosal (50% ethyl mercury). (Malibu Times, CA)
ADHD Drugs Have No Long-Term Growth Effects Jun 22, 2010
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Neither attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) nor medications used to treat it have a long-term impact on kids' growth, a new study published online in The Journal of Pediatrics suggests. Previous studies have shown that medication may make kids with ADHD eat less and grow slower than their peers without the condition - at least at first ... According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 10 percent of boys and 6 percent of girls have... (MEDLINEplus)
The MomIndex: American Moms Score a C+ Jun 22, 2010
"Moms form their own groups around hundreds and hundreds of topics. It can be moms trying to quit smoking. Moms raising an ADHD kid.". Their MomIndex is based on responses to key questions in five areas of a mom's life: self, kids, relationships, money, and the larger world. (ABC News)
• From chaos to order Jun 21, 2010
The annual price tags for productivity loss and ADD and ADHD drugs are both in the billions, according to studies. There is also loss of life. (Juneau Empire)
Body-Image Distortion Predicts Onset of Unsafe Weight-Loss Behaviors Jun 19, 2010
15, 2008) Girls with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder stand a substantially greater risk of developing eating disorders in adolescence than girls without ADHD, a new study has found. "Adolescent girls ... > (Nov. 21, 2007) Almost 90 percent of normal-weight women in a new study of 310 college students yearn to be thinner. But most overweight women -- and men -- don't want to be thin enough to achieve a healthy ... > (Mar. 15, 2009) Adolescent girls who view themselves as too fat may... (Science Daily)
Dogs only need to be a little better to top last year Jun 18, 2010
The dictionary page popped up and asked me if I have ADHD. Huh ... Also, you should talk to your doctor about your obvious use of Google to find ADHD. haha ... VandyDawg Also, you should talk to your doctor about your obvious use of Google to find ADHD. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
ER visits for pain reliever abuse up 111% in 4 years Jun 18, 2010
O'Connor, the parent of a high school student, says prescription drugs are also widely available in high schools unused prescriptions for wisdom teeth surgeries or for ADHD.. "A lot of diversion goes on for seemingly legitimate prescriptions," he says. (USA Today -- News)
U.S. Goalkeeper, Tim Howard, Shuts Out Tourette's Jun 17, 2010
And then the third part of the triad is attention deficit problems or ADHD.. Kurlan said about half of all people with Tourette s will have ADHD.. (Fox News)
100 teachers in Lodi Unified School District take offers of early retirement (1991) Jun 10, 2010
Jaysam1 wrote on Jun 9, 2010 2:49 PM:" wujek - I have no dog in this fight, but I did grow up with a teacher. Needless to say that while I do agree that there ARE horrible teachers out there, they are the minority. I also know that if this teacher was SO horrible, you could have requested an instructor change, citing a, b and c reasons for said necessity. My guess is you didn't do that. My mother was an EXCELLENT teacher and every year there were AT LEAST 2 parents complaining that she was... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Shire sues over generic plans for Intuniv Jun 4, 2010
Shire sues over generic plans for ADHD drug Intuniv - Philadelphia Business Journal ... Shire sues over generic plans for ADHD drug Intuniv ... The Food and Drug Administration , which is in the nonstimulant class of ADHD drugs, last year. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
ADHD Linked to Low Maternal Education, Lone Parents and Welfare Benefits, Swedish Study Finds Jun 2, 2010
ScienceDaily (June 1, 2010) A major study of more than a million children has found strong links between receiving medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and limited maternal education, single parent families and welfare benefits, according to the June issue of Acta Paediatrica ... Swedish experts teamed up to carry out what they believe is the first study of risk factors for ADHD in a national cohort of school children, based on 1 ... "We identified 7,960 Swedish-born... (Science Daily)
Inside North Korea May 30, 2010
ADHD triggers 'creative genius. MOST READ. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
John Prescott is given a peerage May 29, 2010
BBC News - Dissolution Honours: John Prescott made a peer. Page last updated at 19:56 GMT, Friday, 28 May 2010 20:56 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Lost memories May 29, 2010
BBC News - Should you store treasured data on disks. Page last updated at 16:20 GMT, Friday, 28 May 2010 17:20 UK. (BBC News -- Technology)
Condoms 'too big' for Indian men May 29, 2010
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Vegi, vidi, vici May 29, 2010
BBC News - What is growing in Britain's gardens. Page last updated at 13:40 GMT, Friday, 28 May 2010 14:40 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Q&A: Drilling restrictions May 29, 2010
BBC News - Qp-water drilling restrictions. Qp-water drilling restrictions. (BBC News -- Americas)
Fantasy football May 29, 2010
BBC News - The secret of the stolen European Cup. Page last updated at 11:28 GMT, Friday, 28 May 2010 12:28 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Scoring Sex & the City's Sex May 29, 2010
Ray, a jazz musician with ADHD who endows Carrie with a "mind-blowing" orgasm. 21. (IGN Xbox)
35 comment(s) May 26, 2010
Pot dispensary opens in Galt despite city's law to forbid it. Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Pot dispensary opens in Galt despite city's law to forbid it May 26, 2010
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. The following stories have received the most reader comments during the last 7 days. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Study: A Link Between Pesticides and ADHD May 25, 2010
Study Links ADHD in Kids to Pesticide Exposure - TIME ... Add attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to the list ... A new study in the journal Pediatrics associates exposure to pesticides with cases of ADHD in the U.S. and Canada. (Time.com)
Pesticide link to ADHD May 25, 2010
A new study has found a link between attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and organophosphate pesticides commonly used in North America on non-organic fresh strawberries, frozen blueberries and celery published online in the journal Pediatrics on May 17 ... The study found a link between "urinary concentrations of dialkyl phosphate metabolites of organophosphates" and ADHD in 1139 children aged eight to 15 ... 119 "children met the diagnostic criteria for ADHD". (iAfrica.com)
Better Prognosis for Children Born With Severe Acute Asphyxia May 23, 2010
Boubou Hallberg shows in his thesis that surprisingly many, including those who have no motor deficiencies, also develop cognitive problems, such as ADHD, language disorders and difficulties processing impressions. "The child must therefore be monitored until at least the age of six," he says. (Science Daily)
Blind clubbers deaf to a little sound advice May 23, 2010
Just a week after the US President's Cancer Panel advised people to eat organic food, scientists have reported that pesticides may be to blame for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ... In a worrying sign that ADHD is spreading, every time pesticide reform comes up, authorities in the US and Australia just seem stare out of the window daydreaming. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Pesticides in kids linked to ADHD, study finds May 22, 2010
Pesticides in kids linked to ADHD ... Exposure to pesticides used on common kid-friendly foods including frozen blueberries, fresh strawberries and celery appears to boost the chances that children will be diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, new research shows ... Youngsters with high levels of pesticide residue in their urine, particularly from widely used types of insecticide such as malathion, were more likely to have ADHD, the behavior disorder that... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Pesticides on Produce Tied to ADHD in Children May 22, 2010
MONDAY, May 17 (HealthDay News) -- New research suggests that exposure to high levels of organophosphate pesticides, commonly found on berries, celery and other produce, could raise the odds for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. At this point, though, there is no evidence that pesticide exposure can actually cause ADHD, stated the authors of a paper appearing in the June issue of Pediatrics ... In their study, Bouchard and her colleagues analyzed data on pesticide... (MEDLINEplus)
Watch Glenn Closes Brilliant PSA May 22, 2010
The illnesses include depression, bipolar disease, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, post-partum mood disorders, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and personality disorders. For this weeks CBS Doc Dot Com, I discussed the stigmatization of mental illness with Wendy Brennan, executive director of NAMI-NYC Metro. (CBS News -- Health)
Fish Oil Benefits and Side Effects May 9, 2010
According to WebMD, people also consume fish oil to help with depression, Alzheimer's disease, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other brain related disorders associated with concentrating. Some women take fish oil to prevent menstrual symptoms like breast tenderness and cramps. (Suite101.com)
Discovery of Rare Genetic Mutation Could Help Battle Tourette Syndrome May 8, 2010
Affected children and adults commonly have other neuropsychiatric disorders including ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder or depression. Based on strong evidence that genes contribute to TS, the State lab has been searching for rare genetic mutations causing TS for over a decade, in the hopes of gaining a better understanding of the cause of the disorder, and finding opportunities to develop more effective treatments. (Science Daily)
Smoking While Pregnant May Raise Psychiatric Risks in Kids May 6, 2010
While there's plenty of evidence that smoking during pregnancy puts unborn children at risk for long-term health problems such as asthma, ear infections and respiratory disease, this research is among the first to find a connection between prenatal smoking and an increased risk for mental illnesses, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and depression, in the mother's offspring ... The researchers found that exposure to prenatal smoking increased the risk for using all... (MEDLINEplus)
Effects of TV, Drug Exposures in Early Life May Be Long-Lasting May 5, 2010
"Early childhood is critical for the development of a multitude of skills," noted Richard E. A. Loren, clinical director of the Center for ADHD and assistant professor of clinical pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine ... D., clinical director, Center for ADHD and assistant professor of clinical pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine; Kathryn J. Kotrla, M.D., associate dean and chairwoman of psychiatry and behavioral science, Texas Ath Science Center... (MEDLINEplus)
Exposure to prenatal smoking may lead to psychiatric problems May 4, 2010
Finnish researchers found that adolescents who had been exposed to prenatal smoking were at increased risk for use of all psychiatric drugs especially those uses to treat depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and addiction compared to non-exposed youths ... Smoking exposure increased the risk for use of all psychotropic drugs, especially stimulants used to treat ADHD (unexposed: 0. (EurekAlert!)
Research helps end guesswork in prescribing ADHD drug May 4, 2010
Children with ADHD who carry a specific type of dopamine receptor gene respond better to the drug methylphenidate (MPH) than those without the genotype, according to new research from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center ... The research makes progress toward ending the guesswork now involved in prescribing effective ADHD medications that deliver the greatest symptom improvement and fewest side effects, according Tanya Froehlich, M.D., a physician and researcher in the division of... (EurekAlert!)
Parents of Autistic Children Turning to Alternative Treatments May 4, 2010
The most common medications were stimulants to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and risperidone (Risperdal), approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat irritability, aggression, temper tantrums and self-injurious behavior. About one in 110 U.S. children has autism, which is characterized by difficulties with social, language and communications skills and restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests. (MEDLINEplus)
Hypertensive Rat Genome Sequence Expected to Uncover Genetic Basis of Human Hypertension May 3, 2010
ADHD is one of the most commonly diagnosed chronic psychiatric conditions. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Children with autism frequently receive psychotropic medications May 2, 2010
The most common medications prescribed were stimulants, which are used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Symptoms of ADHD are among the most common problem behaviors reported by parents of children on the autism spectrum. (EurekAlert!)
Children living with relatives struggle with physical, mental health issues May 2, 2010
"Children who live in kinship care with a relative have more special health care needs, mental health problems such as ADHD and depression, and dental problems compared with children who live with their parents," said Dr. Eleoff, from the University Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in New York. These children also are more likely to be black (48 percent vs. 17 percent), older than 9 years (59 percent vs. 48 percent), have public health insurance (72 percent vs. 30 percent) and live in... (EurekAlert!)
Turkey Trek: Viva el Rio! May 1, 2010
By this time I was as focused as an ADHD diagnosee can be. David Jones. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Allergy-Linked Mouth Breathing Spells Trouble for Kids Apr 27, 2010
The children are tired during the day and perform poorly in school, often exhibiting anger and frustration typical of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). As a result, they can be misdiagnosed with this condition. (MEDLINEplus)
Cramming & Crashing Apr 26, 2010
An anonymous first-year student has taken the medication for five years to treat ADHD. He said he only uses the drug to assist with schoolwork and that caffeine is also helpful. Adderall is the s---, and Folgers coffee is my jam, he said. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Device aims to perfect diagnoses of ADHD Apr 26, 2010
According to the company that manufactures the device and the McLean Hospital psychiatrist who invented it, the Quotient s motion tracker can help a doctor determine whether a child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.. The makers call it the first objective test for ADHD. But BioBehavioral Diagnostics must overcome skepticism among many doctors, who have seen other diagnostic tests for ADHD flop ... The absence of a reliable test, combined with the wide use of... (Boston Globe)
Tech's Burnett drafted by Packers Apr 24, 2010
Packers select Morgan Burnett. 8:57 pm April 23, 2010, by Doug Roberson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Packers select Morgan Burnett Apr 24, 2010
8:57 pm April 23, 2010, by Doug Roberson. Morgan Burnett was selected by Green Bay in the third round of the NFL draft on Friday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Forum on mental illness offers hope for families (380) Apr 24, 2010
The charitable foundation dedicated to supporting mental-health research and education is hosting talks across the United States and Canada this month on the latest science and potential cures for schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other conditions. Tomorrow s program, co-sponsored by Case s department of psychiatry, features prominent local mental-health experts David Kemp, M.D.; Keming Gao,... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Click to watch: Popping Pills A Popular Way To Boost Brain Power Apr 23, 2010
60 Minutes: Among Upper Classes, 50-60 Percent Using ADD/ADHD Drugs Ritalin, Adderall ... "If you were to ask what percentage of juniors and seniors are using ADHD stimulants, the number is well above 50, pushing 60 percent," he tells Couric ... According to DeSantis, 4 percent of undergrads at the University of Kentucky have legal prescriptions for ADHD stimulants and those students often have leftover pills they give or sell to their fellow students, like Lauren, a junior at the University. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
SIRIUS XM To Broadcast 'Doctor Radio Reports: Understanding Autism' Apr 23, 2010
D., Director of Training at the NYU Langone Medical Center Psychology program, specialist in ADHD and Behavior Disorders, co-host of Doctor Radio's weekly child psychiatry and psychology show. Craig Newschaffer, Ph. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brain games may not boost mind power Apr 22, 2010
"I still think brain games offer tremendous potential for helping people with conditions such as ADHD and learning disabilities, but this study puts the burden of proof now on game manufacturers to show that they really offer meaningful benefits.". Study shortcomings include the fact that it didn't focus on the aging population, a group targeted by brain-game makers, experts said. (USA Today -- Tech)
Life after Corus Apr 19, 2010
Page last updated at 05:53 GMT, Monday, 19 April 2010 06:53 UK. By Joanne Babbage Business reporter, BBC News, Redcar. (BBC News -- Business)
Adoption can be tough on parents Apr 19, 2010
A 2008 comparing about 500 adopted and nonadopted children found that the odds of having an ADHD or oppositional defiant disorder diagnosis were approximately twice as high in adoptees compared with nonadoptees. "Families that adopt kids from Russia and elsewhere need to be prepared for the possibility that the child is going to come with problems like this or other problems," Marion said. (CNN)
Vote rules out Greenfield return Apr 19, 2010
Page last updated at 06:54 GMT, Tuesday, 13 April 2010 07:54 UK. By Pallab Ghosh Science correspondent, BBC News. (BBC News -- Science)
Autism Challenges American Science to Seek Cure Apr 19, 2010
Absolutely correct, the same can be said for ADHD diagnosis's. 1. (CBS News -- Evening News)
MSPs told not to protect budgets Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - MSPs urged not to protect public service budgets. Page last updated at 10:32 GMT, Sunday, 18 April 2010 11:32 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Foreign secretary at Polish vigil Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Miliband attends London vigil for Polish president. Page last updated at 18:04 GMT, Sunday, 18 April 2010 19:04 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Further ban on Scots air travel Apr 19, 2010
Page last updated at 07:40 GMT, Monday, 19 April 2010 08:40 UK. It is not known when the ash cloud will leave Scottish airspace. (BBC News -- UK)
Union in stranded teachers plea Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Don't penalise teachers stranded by ash, union urges. Page last updated at 23:34 GMT, Sunday, 18 April 2010 00:34 UK. (BBC News -- UK)
Meeting the boy who hates losing Apr 19, 2010
He is taking medication for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and his doctors fear he might also be showing signs of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Watch on BBC TWO at 2100 BST on Sunday April 18th or afterwards via. (BBC News -- Health)
Economy 'to stay in doldrums' Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - UK economy to 'languish in doldrums', forecaster warns. Page last updated at 05:40 GMT, Monday, 19 April 2010 06:40 UK. (BBC News)
King's Cross architect appointed Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Architect appointed to design King's Cross square. Page last updated at 00:22 GMT, Monday, 19 April 2010 01:22 UK. (BBC News)
Attics of the mind Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Were the 'mad' heroines of literature really sane. Page last updated at 23:04 GMT, Sunday, 18 April 2010 00:04 UK. (BBC News)
Robot 'helps arms after stroke' Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Robot trainer benefits stroke patients - study. Page last updated at 00:10 GMT, Sunday, 18 April 2010 01:10 UK. (BBC News)
Q&A: Volcanic ash cloud Apr 19, 2010
BBC News - Qcanic ash cloud. Page last updated at 20:04 GMT, Saturday, 17 April 2010 21:04 UK. (BBC News)
