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Could a Spot of Tea Help ADHD?

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If you are one of numerous adults who suffer from attention deficient/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), there may be a simple solution to help ease your symptoms right in your cupboard… tea. A recent article suggests that the caffeine in tea may … Read More

Brain Scans May Reveal ADHD

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With all the hype that attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has gotten over the years, it is not uncommon for parents to worry if their kids have it. Now it seems that in the near future, detection of this common disorder may … Read More

ADHD: 5 Surprising Causes

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ADHD, or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is on the rise. ADHD is diagnosed in 3 to 7 percent of school-aged children, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As the most diagnosed childhood mental health problem, identifying causes … Read More

Benefits of Elimination Diet for Kids with ADHD

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There may be a diet to help children with ADHD sleep better. The symptoms of attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which include high levels of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, are most effectively controlled with pharmacotherapy and behavior management. These … Read More

Frightening New Type of Child Abuse

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Annually, almost one million American children are identified as victims of child abuse, but this number could be woefully underestimated considering how many cases go unreported and unrecognized.  According to a new study in the Journal of Pediatrics, part of … Read More

Help For ADHD Beyond Drugs

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Have you ever had a conversation with someone when all of a sudden they interjected with a comment or story that was completely unrelated to what you were talking about? That person may be suffering from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or what … Read More

Western Diet Increases Risk Of ADHD In Teens

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Could diet be part of the reason so many kids today are being diagnosed with ADHD? Parents of children with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have the challenge of helping their young one deal with impulsiveness, hyperactivity, and inattention, which … Read More