The mothers of three children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) discuss their approaches to dealing with their children's condition. Their stories explore the use and effectiveness of some common ADHD medications as well as the mothers' investigations into other possible reasons--and treatments--for the symptoms of ADHD.
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This is a 2 part series. The first part deals with nutrition, the second will be on exercise. I remember auditioning to be the Co-host and... Read more »
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One of the questions I wonder about as a parent is whether or not symptoms of ADHD ever just go away as a child matures. In other words, is... Read more »
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A new study suggests that giving ECGs to children who are taking stimulant medications may save 13 children's lives out of every 400,000 screened.... Read more »
A new study suggests the risk of stunted growth from stimulant medications is relatively minimal, and that "medication vacations" can help prevent... Read more »
A study of 37 ADHD children in Canada suggests that fish oil supplements may reduce agitation, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in some kids.... Read more »
SEATTLE (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- No parent wants her child taking a daily dose of drugs. But drugs are all many parents of kids with ADD or ADHD... Read more »
Parents who are given training in how to deal with their child's conduct can help improve their child's behavior, a new study has found. Researchers... Read more »