Acetylcholine receptor antibody is a protein found in the blood of most people with myasthenia gravis. The
Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care provider wraps an elastic band around the upper arm...
Read moreStimulant medications are often used to treat ADHD but it is estimated that between 10 percent and 20 percent of people with ADHD are not... Read more »
It happens to every parent who has a child with ADHD or autism. You go through the “search for the perfect supplement” phase to treat... Read more »
Research has shown the most effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD is a combination of behavioral therapies and medication. ... Read more »
Stimulant medications have been the traditional treatment for ADHD for many years. Some people, however, do not tolerate these types of... Read more »
Although there are many prescription medications to treat the symptoms of ADHD some parents opt to try some non-prescription remedies... Read more »
For some, requesting accommodations help by giving extra assistance when needed. Not all adults with ADHD are comfortable asking for help. Adults,... Read more »
During the treatment of ADHD, you may run across a myriad of medical professionals, by many different names. Knowing the difference between them, and... Read more »
Clinical psychologist Vincent Monastra says that attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be pinpointed in a patient's brainwave pattern... Read more »
Make sure you maintain eye contact when speaking with your child. Children will be less distracted if they are making eye contact while you are... Read more »
A new study published in The Lancet suggests that a restrictive diet may help children with ADHD more than drugs. The study's lead author, Dr. Lidy... Read more »