Wednesday, May 30, 2012

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Eileen Bailey

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ADHD and Sleep Problems: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Any parent of a child with ADHD will tell you that ADHD doesn’t end at bedtime; trouble getting your child into bed, difficulties falling asleep and restless sleep throughout the night all can go hand in hand with ADHD.   The Research on ADHD and Sleep Disorders   A study completed in 2009 showed that children with ADHD sleep less... Read moreChevron
posted 05/29/2012, comments (0)|
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Preventing Summer Brain Drain in Your ADHD Child

Summer vacation is almost upon us. You can tell because the number of field trips are increasing - teachers know that even students without Attention Deficit Disorder lose the ability to focus in the last couple of weeks of school, so why fight it?For kids with ADHD, especially those who struggle with academics, summer vacation is a welcome relief... Read moreChevron
posted 05/23/2012, comments (0)|
Eileen Bailey

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The Link Between ADHD and Eating Disorders

Girls with ADHD may have a higher risk of developing eating disorders according to a study completed at the University of Virginia. Researchers believe that because ADHD goes undiagnosed in girls more frequently than in boys, depression and other problems may develop. One of those is self-esteem issues and dissatisfaction with body image.... Read moreChevron
posted 05/21/2012, comments (0)|
Eileen Bailey

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Preparing for the Next School Year: Reviewing Classroom Accommodations

The end of the school year is usually a busy time, for students, parents and teachers. For parents of children with ADHD this time may be a relief, finally the long nights of homework, the calls from the teacher, the constant worrying about schoolwork is coming to an end, at least for a few months. You may look forward to summer as a break from... Read moreChevron
posted 05/16/2012, comments (0)|
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Ph.D, with 20 years experience writing both creatively and in the fields of technical/science/health writing.

Does Gum Make You Dumb? It Depends, Study Finds

Many people – including those with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – swear that chewing gum helps them perform better on schoolwork and other tasks that require concentration. Some even suggest that chewing gum should be mandatory in schools to help improve school performance.  This theory seems to be supported by... Read moreChevron
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posted 05/09/2012, comments (0)|