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Sleep problems, poor grades could be ADHD clues

October 02, 2008
A new study has found that teens with lower grade point averages are likely to experience sleep problems. These teens also report restless, aching legs and difficulty concentrating during the day. Because these symptoms are also found in people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), experts say parents may want to have their sleepless teens tested for ADHD. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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The evaluation of Speech and Language Disorders
By Dr. Ballas , Health Expert

In my last entry, I offered some reasons for why children with ADHD may be evaluated for speech and... Read more »

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Frequently Asked Questions: Diagnosing ADHD
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

What is involved in the diagnosis of ADHD?    The diagnostic process for ADHD should include a... Read more »

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Online Screening Tests for ADHD
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

If you are wondering if you, or your child have ADHD, there are a number of online screening tests... Read more »

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Frequently Asked Questions: ADHD in the Classroom
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

How does ADHD affect a child's schoolwork?    Children with ADD have short attention spans and... Read more »

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Speech Evaluations in Children
By Dr. Ballas , Health Expert

I wrote previously about the first meeting with a doctor for a child who is being assessed for... Read more »

Health Guide

When to See a Doctor for your School Age Child with ADD/ADHD
When a child enters first grade, he/she has his/her first experience with needing to sit still, pay attention for extended periods of time, homework and be responsible for their actions.  For... Read more »
Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Beginning Medication for ADD/ADHD
Medication is an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD.  Commonly prescribed medications include: Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, Dexedrine and Strattera.  Strattera is the only non-stimulant... Read more »
Diagnosing ADHD in Children
When you think your child may have strep throat or the flu, you take them to the doctor.  After completing some laboratory tests, the doctor will let you know what condition your child has and how... Read more »
Diagnosing ADHD in Children
When you think your child may have strep throat or the flu, you take them to the doctor and after completing some laboratory tests, the doctor will let you know what condition your child has and how... Read more »
Study Skills for High School Students with ADHD
For high school students with ADD/ADHD, tests can be a source of great frustration. Studying the night before certainly doesn’t guarantee that you will retain the information and remember it during... Read more »

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