Early Signs Of Adhd In Infants
Children who have heart surgery as infants may be more likely to have trouble focusing and paying attention in school when they are older, according to a new study. The study of 109 children who had surgery for complex heart defects showed that they were three to four times more likely to have symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder compared to other children. Of 109 children studied, 49 percent were receiving some type of remedial academic services, and 15 percent were assigned...
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Introduction
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder which affects between... Read more »
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