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(eMaxHealth) June 3, 2011
New research suggests that infants and children who undergo surgical procedures that require anesthesia may have neurological effects later.
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(UPI) June 3, 2011
The U.S. has unveiled a new healthy eating icon called MyPlate, to replace the older and more controversial food pyramid.
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(Time) May 20, 2011
A new definition of ADHD may make it easier for adults to get a good diagnosis, experts say.
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(MSNBC) April 27, 2011
Some may exaggerate their symptoms in order to get medications, while others are legitimate ADHD sufferers looking for a diagnosis, experts say.
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(USA Today) April 27, 2011
Children who have ADHD are up to three times more likely to use drugs such as nicotine, cocaine, and marijuana during their teens and early adulthood as their non-ADHD peers, a new study has found.
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(KFDA News Channel 10, Texas) April 19, 2011
According to news reports, several pharmacies across the United States are experiencing shortages of generic versions of ADHD medications such as Adderall and Ritalin.
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(Medscape) April 19, 2011
A study of more than 1 million children suggests that preterm birth can significantly increase a child's risk of being diagnosed with ADHD.
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(NPR) April 15, 2011
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it is not recommending any changes in safety instructions for ADHD drugs such as Vyvanse and Adderall.
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(LiveScience) April 15, 2011
Problems with neurons in the front of the brain may help explain why people with ADHD and schizophrenia have trouble with distraction, a new study suggests.
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(San Francisco Chronicle) April 6, 2011
Children and teens who are routinely exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely to develop mental health problems such as ADHD and depression, a new study suggests.
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(ABC News) April 5, 2011
The easiest way to reduce your exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals such as BPA (bisphenol A) may be to eat fresh, unpackaged foods, a new report suggests.
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(The Wall Street Journal) March 29, 2011
A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel is slated to meet later this week to consider whether further study is needed concerning a potential link between food dyes and hyperactivity in children.
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(MedPage Today) March 29, 2011
A new study suggests that the non-stimulant Strattera may help improve symptoms in some children with ADHD.
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(NPR) March 16, 2011
A five-week study found that more than half of the ADHD children treated with an elimination diet showed improvement and in some cases reversal of ADHD symptoms.
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(Milwaukee Journal Sentinel) March 16, 2011
Students who have lived with ADHD may grow up to be more creative adults than their peers, a new study suggests.
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(Modern Medicine) March 7, 2011
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Intuniv extended-release tablets as adjunctive therapy for stimulants in kids and adolescents who have ADHD.
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(UPI) March 7, 2011
Kids with ADHD may have more trouble paying attention when they've lost sleep, a new study has found.
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(The Vancouver Sun) February 24, 2011
Researchers found a 200 percent increase in the risk of overnight hospitalizations, injuries, asthma, and risk of poisonings for children whose mothers had outside employment.
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(UPI) February 23, 2011
A U.S. Government study suggests that cellphone radiation increases brain activity in the area closest to the phone's antenna.
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(The New York Times) February 22, 2011
In this article, Dr. Russell A. Barkley, a clinical professor of psychiatry, responds with information on how ADHD changes over time.
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(ABC News) February 22, 2011
A simple motor skills test may help identify some children who suffer from ADHD.
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(HealthScout) February 8, 2011
Overall, the study found that nearly 20 percent of the children studied had three or more additional neurodevelopment conditions than those without ADHD.
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(PhysOrg.com) February 4, 2011
According to recent research, letting children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) be in the open air helps them better complete complex tasks.
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(ABC News) February 4, 2011
Dutch researchers have found that putting children who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on a restrictive diet may reduce hyperactivity in these kids.
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(Reuters) January 20, 2011
A new study suggests that children with ADHD may have more problems with bedwetting than their peers.
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(HealthScout) January 20, 2011
Adults who have ADHD are more than three times more likely to develop a common type of dementia.
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(CNN) January 13, 2011
Research suggests that there's a link between sleep disorders in children and a diagnosis of ADHD.
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(ADDitude Magazine) January 13, 2011
Keeping up with the organizational tasks necessary for a well-run home is difficult for everyone, but adults with ADHD may have an even tougher time keeping a household on track.
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(CNN) January 12, 2011
Despite what your parents told you, swallowed gum won't take 7 years to digest. And that's just one of the things they got wrong!
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(CBS News) December 7, 2010
Drug therapy and counseling are key factors in raising an ADHD child, but nothing can replace effective parenting.
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(Ivanhoe) December 7, 2010
A gene called DAT1 that is linked to daydreaming is also linked to ADHD, a new study has found.
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(Reuters) December 7, 2010
A study of 3,000 boys who had been in car accidents suggests that those who have ADHD are more than a third more likely to be in a car accident than others their age.
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(UPI) November 29, 2010
Treating yourself to small servings of extra food during the holiday season can cause you to pack on the pounds, but sneaking small extra servings of exercise may help, experts say.
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(UPI) November 3, 2010
The greater the number of ADHD symptoms a child has the more likely they may be to be overweight in adulthood.
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(USA Today) November 3, 2010
If you think kids quit texting or emailing overnight, think again, experts say.
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(HealthScout) October 27, 2010
Brain scans may help determine the difference between children who have ADHD and those who have bipolar disorder, a new study has found.
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(U.S. News and World Report) October 27, 2010
Paperwork, deadlines, meetings, assignments--these hallmarks of the workplace and school environment can make even the most organized person fail, but they're particularly hard for people suffering from ADHD.
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(USA Today) October 25, 2010
Researchers found that it didn't matter which muscle was tightened--finger, calf, hand, or biceps, but the will-power boost only worked during the moment they faced the self-control dilemma.
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(UPI) October 13, 2010
People who tend to think about the passing of time appear to plan on spending more time with loved ones, while those prompted to think about money tend to work more, a new survey has found.
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(HealthScout) October 13, 2010
A study of 3,000 children found that as many as one in five siblings of of children with autism may also show signs of delayed speech and language.
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(CNN) October 13, 2010
Your brain may be hard-wired to take your friends' opinions seriously, even if you don't have much in common, a new study suggests.
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(CNN) October 13, 2010
The 14-year study of 125 children found that 39 percent of those with ADHD suffered from depression, compared with just 8 percent in the control group.
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(PsychCentral) October 13, 2010
After adjusting the results for socioeconomic factors and for parental exposure, they found that kids exposed to smoke had double the risk of ADHD, double the rate of stuttering, and more headaches.
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(UPI) October 4, 2010
Watching too many TV medical dramas may reduce your satisfaction with life, a small new study suggests.
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(The Globe and Mail) October 4, 2010
According to Scandinavian researchers, adding white noise into a classroom may be as effective as medications in helping ADHD students stay focused.
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(CBS News) October 4, 2010
A new study suggests that children who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to have small segments of their DNA missing or duplicated.
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(U.S. News and World Report) September 21, 2010
Children whose ADHD includes aggression may be helped by psychotherapy and stimulant medications, rather than antipsychotic medications, a new study has found.
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(Medical News Today) September 15, 2010
No release date has been set, pending a U.S. Court of Appeals decision about Strattera's patent.
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(The Morning Sun) September 15, 2010
Researchers in Michigan say that adolescents with ADHD have all of the skills that their peers have when it comes to driving, but they are more likely to run stop signs and stop lights, and they're more likely to have car accidents in general.
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(CNN) August 27, 2010
Babies whose mothers are caring and attentive usually grow into well-adjusted children, but now experts say they may also be more likely than their peers to grow into emotionally-healthy adults.
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(MSNBC) August 25, 2010
Children who were exposed to common pesticides before birth may be more likely to develop ADHD, a new study has found.
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(The Los Angeles Times) August 25, 2010
A type of talk therapy that focuses on changing the way people think about situations appears to help adults with ADHD work more effectively.
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(USA Today) August 23, 2010
More Americans filed charges of discrimination against their employers in 2009 than in any other year since the ADA bill was passed, experts say, and the economy may be the primary cause.
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(UPI) August 23, 2010
A back-to-school schedule change paired with autumn weather can wreck havoc on a child's immune system, experts say.
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(The Los Angeles Times) August 20, 2010
More than 380 million eggs are being recalled after 2,000 people developed salmonella-based food poisoning.
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(USA Today) August 18, 2010
Nearly one million children who are the youngest and least mature in their kindergarten class may be misdiagnosed with ADHD, a new study has found.
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(CBS News) August 17, 2010
Having a loving sibling--especially a sister--may help against delinquency and depression, a new study suggests.
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(CBS News) August 11, 2010
Though ADHD is often thought of as a condition the strikes children, an astonishing number of adults are still undiagnosed--and their marriage may be suffering, experts say.
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(CNN) August 11, 2010
Many parents begin the process of getting their child's ADHD diagnosed, not from a doctor, but from a teacher.
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(CNN) August 4, 2010
A new survey finds that medications and making a change in schools are the most effective treatments for children with ADHD.
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(UPI) August 4, 2010
Australian researchers say the Western-style diet may double the risk of developing ADHD.
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(USA Today) August 4, 2010
Teens with ADHD are twice as likely to drop out or delay finishing high school as their healthy peers, a study has found.
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(CBS) July 7, 2010
A new study has found that kids who spend too much time watching TV or playing video games may have more trouble paying attention in school.
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(Philidelphia Inquirer) July 7, 2010
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Daytrana for use in teens between the ages of 13 to 17.
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(Medical News Today) June 30, 2010
A study of more than a million children has found a link between kids taking ADHD medications and parents' education levels, marriage status, and welfare.
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(CBS News) June 30, 2010
According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), food dyes commonly used in foods from cereals and candy to fruit drinks may cause hyperactivity, allergic reactions, and even cancer.
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(USA Today) June 21, 2010
Two popular foods are being recalled this week--SpaghettiOs with Meatballs because some meatballs may not have been adequately heated, and Marie Callender's cheesy chicken and rice frozen meals, for salmonella risk.
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(Time) June 16, 2010
Experts say savvy people who understand basic symptoms of ADHD may be getting medications even though they don't have the disorder.
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(Reuters) June 16, 2010
A Swedish study suggests that stimulants such as Ritalin may help treat ADHD in adults as well as children, and with fewer side effects.
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(HealthScout) June 7, 2010
A new survey by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that 20 percent of American high school students have used prescription medications such as OxyContin, Ritalin, and Vicodin that was not prescribed for them.
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(L.A. Times) June 3, 2010
The PediaCare were made at the same manufacturing plant where the recalled Children's Tylenol products were made.
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(BBC News) June 2, 2010
If your morning cup of coffee has evolved into a morning pot of coffee, you may becoming "immune" to the caffeine jolt, experts say.
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(ADDitude Mag) May 26, 2010
Dealing with a teenager can be difficult for any parent, but kids who have ADHD may present unique discipline problems.
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(Chron.com) May 26, 2010
The symptoms of disorganization, irritability, and hyper-sensitivity that are often symptoms of ADHD are hallmarks of sleep disorders as well, experts say.
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(The Press Association) May 19, 2010
Children exposed to their mother's high blood pressure drugs in the womb may be more at risk for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), experts say.
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(HealthScout) May 17, 2010
A new study published in the journal Pediatrics has linked the pesticides found on berries, celery, and other produce to an increased incidence of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children.
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(Daily Mail) May 12, 2010
National spending on ADHD medications in Great Britain has risen by two-thirds in the past four years, a new report has found.
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(The Associated Press) May 7, 2010
The recall also affects "grab and go" salads sold at Kroger, Giant Eagle, Ingles Markets and Marsh grocery stores.
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(UPI) May 5, 2010
A gene variant may help explain why some children respond well to ADHD medications such as Ritalin and Concerta, while others don't.
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(USA Today) May 4, 2010
Want better mental health? Experts say just five minutes a day in the great, green outdoors may do the trick.
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(Boston Globe) April 28, 2010
A lack of reliable tests to diagnose ADHD has contributed to its controversial nature, experts say, but a new device could change that.
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(HealthScout) April 21, 2010
Previous research has focused on either genetics or environment to explain ADHD symptoms, but this new study suggests that a genetic predisposition to the condition could be "activated" by family environmental risk factors.
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(The Associated Press) April 20, 2010
Members of the committee say that the military readiness of the country in the year 2030 is "absolutely dependent" on reversing childhood obesity rates.
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(Wall Street Journal) April 16, 2010
President Barack Obama has made moves to issue new rules that will allow gay and lesbian partners to visit one another in the hospital and to make decisions about their care--a benefit of marriage that has long been denied to them.
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(CNN) April 16, 2010
Researchers at Harvard Medical School say 11 large health-insurance companies hold billions of dollars worth of stock in the fast food industry.
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(CNN) April 15, 2010
Researchers say this should not discourage potential adoptive parents, because counseling, ADHD medication, and help from adoption specialists can help kids and adults make the adjustment.
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(Medical News Today) April 7, 2010
Behavioral therapy that utilizes rewards and incentives can affect ADHD children's behavior by working in the same part of the brain as medications.
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(NY Daily News) April 7, 2010
Experts say girls are under-diagnosed in general, and many of them are looking for help with ADHD symptoms in adulthood.
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(HealthScout) April 5, 2010
Results from a new study in Scotland suggest that children who have behavioral problems have a higher risk of suffering from chronic pain as adults.
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(Medical News Today) March 31, 2010
Adults who have ADHD appear to benefit more from a type of cognitive behavioral therapy than from support group.
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(Duke University) March 24, 2010
A study found that around half of the children who had been reported inattentive in one classroom during one school year were not reported inattentive the next.
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(Los Angeles Times) March 22, 2010
One expert answers common questions about how the bill will work, including information on who will be covered, how the changes will affect Medicare, and who will pay for these changes.
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(The New York Times) March 17, 2010
Proponents of behavioral optometry say understanding and correcting the way the eyes move together and process information may help correct learning and spelling problems, hyperactivity, reading problems, and other conditions.
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(Fox13 Tampa Bay) March 17, 2010
Kids who have trouble with everyday activities, like getting dressed, eating, and writing, may have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), experts say.
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(The Heart) March 10, 2010
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.
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(Scientific American) March 8, 2010
Scientists have found that there's a strong correlation between meaningful conversation and happiness.
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(The Telegraph) March 8, 2010
Vitamin D appears to 'arm and trigger' a healthy immune system, a new Danish study suggests.
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(ADDitude Magazine) February 25, 2010
A new study suggests the risk of stunted growth from stimulant medications is relatively minimal, and that "medication vacations" can help prevent them.
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(Washington Post Blog) February 17, 2010
Researchers say the overall risk of having ADHD in the population is between 3 and 5 percent, while the risk for kids conceived by IVF is over 27 percent.
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(UPI) February 17, 2010
A study of 18 ADHD-afflicted families in a remote region of Columbia has identified a gene linked to ADHD.
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(HealthScout) February 17, 2010
Ventral striatum is smaller, which may explain impulsiveness, researchers say.Researchers say there appears to be a link between ADHD and an anomaly in the brain's reward system.
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(The Press Association) February 11, 2010
A new study has found that the phrase "bored to death" may be true for some people.
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(BBC) February 10, 2010
Mild ADHD may be linked to creative geniuses such as Picasso, Byron, and even Kurt Cobain, one Irish psychiatrist says.
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(Reuters) February 9, 2010
A new study has found that a woman's risk of giving birth to a child who will later be diagnosed with autism doubles if she is over the age of 40.
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(Reuters) February 3, 2010
Anxiety, depression, and eating disorders were the most common problems, but many also had abused drugs or alcohol at some point.
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(Covenant Health System) February 2, 2010
The medical journal The Lancet has retracted a controversial study that linked the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine to the development of autism and gastrointestinal disorders.
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(Science Daily) January 28, 2010
Researchers believe that the lead may effectively "turn on" some genes linked to the condition.
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(NPR) January 27, 2010
A new study has found that kids who don't show a preference for being right or left handed are more likely to suffer from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other learning problems.
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(New Zealand Herald) January 20, 2010
The eight-week study found that patients who took a vitamin that contained 36 micronutrients had depression levels that fell into the normal range, and showed other signs of improvement.
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(CNN) January 20, 2010
In this article from CNN, one parent wants to know about the long-term effects of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications.
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(HealthScout) January 20, 2010
Both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have pledged $30 million to research the short- and long-term effects of bisphenol A (BPA), a plastics chemical used in baby bottles, sippy cups, and infant-formula can linings.
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(UPI) January 15, 2010
Scientists say they've discovered that two brain sectors fail to connect when children with ADHD perform an attention-monitoring task.
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(Psychology Today) January 15, 2010
A reader of Psychology Today says that four strategies have helped him overcome the challenges of procrastination and ADHD.
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(Sydney Morning Herald) January 6, 2010
A Swedish study suggests that children are twice as likely to show signs of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) if their mothers were overweight or obese when they became pregnant.
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(ABC News) January 6, 2010
Researchers have found 10 areas in California that have double the rate of autism as surrounding areas, scientists say, but the study may suggest more about health care than the disease.
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(Reuters) January 6, 2010
Giving a daily multivitamin to kids starting at age 4 may help them avoid certain food and seasonal allergies, a new study suggests.
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(ADDitude) December 21, 2009
In this article, experts give tips for people with ADHD who want to make New Year's resolutions to change their health, their organizational plans, and their lives.
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(ABC News) December 16, 2009
A drug commonly used to treat seizures and manic depression may also limit aggression in kids with ADHD, new research suggests.
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(The Washington Post) December 16, 2009
Proponents of the therapy say that the treatment helps patients learn to focus without the side effects seen with use of ADHD medications.
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(The New York Times) December 10, 2009
Some California doctors have started prescribing medical marijuana for children--including teens with psychiatric disorders such as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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(Reuters) December 2, 2009
Children whose mothers smoked or were exposed to lead during pregnancy may be twice as likely to develop ADHD later in life, research indicates.
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(AHN) December 2, 2009
Researchers say about six percent of kids between the ages of 5 and 11 have developmental coordination disorder (DCD)--a condition linked to ADHD that can make kids clumsy.
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(Science Daily) November 20, 2009
A chemical found in plastic and some personal care items may be linked to symptoms of ADHD, a new Korean study suggests.
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(U.S. News and World Report) November 15, 2009
An analysis by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation has found that monthly premiums will rise an average 11 percent, though the premium changes vary widely by which plan seniors select.
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(Yahoo! Health) November 15, 2009
Drugmakers say the current FDA guidelines requiring both benefits and risks of drugs on ads hampers advertising on the Internet given the space constraints for ads on Web pages.
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(UPI) November 11, 2009
Experts say that patients have started expecting their doctors to help them make decisions about their care based on the cost of treatment.
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(New York Magazine) November 11, 2009
Modern parents know how important self-esteem is when it comes to raising balanced kids, but new studies suggest that the way we praise children could be backfiring.
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(UPI) November 11, 2009
Swedish researchers say kids with autism and ADHD often show problems with reading comprehension, writing and spelling.
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(MedicineNet.com) November 10, 2009
The U.S. recession has made it more difficult than ever for people to afford their prescription medications, but according to one expert, there are several options for helping make meds more affordable.
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(New York Times) November 8, 2009
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a landmark healthcare reform after a 14-hour day of debate, with only one Republican backing the measure along with 219 Democrats.
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(Forbes) November 4, 2009
Daytrana patch drugmaker Shire pharma says the drug is helpful and safe for adolescents with ADHD.
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(The Morning Call) November 4, 2009
One reader of The Morning Call wants to help her nephews deal with their ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome diagnoses, but she is confused about the conditions.
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(HealthScout) November 4, 2009
Low folate levels in pregnancy may increase a child's risk of developing attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), experts say.
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(The Associated Press) November 2, 2009
The company says that each package carries the number "EST. 492" on the label.
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(Medical News Today) October 28, 2009
Researchers say they plan to conduct more tests to determine if there is an optimal level of gaming that will help--and not harm--ADHD sufferers.
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(HealthScout) October 27, 2009
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers this list of safety tips on treats, costumes, pumpkins, and trick-or-treating.
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(HealthScout) October 21, 2009
A new study has found that children who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to commit criminal acts as adults.
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(CNN) October 21, 2009
One parent wants to know if her child's mood swings and aggression could be caused by ADHD medication.
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(Reuters) October 18, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says consumers should be aware that there are many fake H1N1 flu remedies available online, including fake "Tamiflu" pills.
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(U.S. Food and Drug Administration) October 18, 2009
The site gives particular emphasis to the disposal of opioid painkillers, which can be harmful or deadly if taken by someone other than the person for whom they were prescribed.
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(HealthScout) October 14, 2009
The plastics chemical bisphenol A (BPA) may be linked to aggression and hyperactivity in young girls, a new study suggests.
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(HealthScout) October 13, 2009
A new study has found that men who take the antidepressant Aventyl are 10 times more likely to experience suicidal thoughts than men who take Lexapro.
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(Science Daily) October 7, 2009
Women who consume a great deal of licorice during pregnancy may adversely affect their children's intelligence and behavior, new research suggests.
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(CNN) October 7, 2009
Teenagers who are depressed or who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more at risk for internet addiction, a new survey has found.
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(HealthScout) September 30, 2009
Researchers found that once teachers labeled a child as inattentive or hyperactive it was difficult to be seen as well-behaved later.
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(Reuters) September 30, 2009
A new study has found that fifty nine percent of mental health prescriptions are written by family doctors, not psychiatrists.
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(Reuters) September 29, 2009
Five Democrats voted with all of the panel's Republicans in opposing the inclusion of the government-run option in the bill in what is expected to be the first of several battles in Congress over the public option.
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(MedPage Today) September 24, 2009
The makers of Tylenol have voluntarily recalled some types of children's cold medicines as a precaution against possible contamination.
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(TLC) September 23, 2009
Keeping your family's schedule organized can be difficult for even the most hyper-prepared parent, but people who suffer from ADHD may have an even harder time keeping on track.
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(U.S. News and World Report) September 23, 2009
Some experts believe it is possible to "retrain" the brain to stay focused--a technique they say may cure attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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(HealthScout) September 16, 2009
Children with emotional problems are more likely to be obese in adulthood, a new study has found.
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(The Daily Free Press) September 16, 2009
Soldiers returning from war in Iraq who have post-traumatic stress disorder show signs of attention deficit disorder up to a year after returning home, researchers say.
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(Unclutterer) September 16, 2009
Experts say that children with ADHD benefit from simple but effective organizational methods.
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(Houston Chronicle) September 13, 2009
A health reporter talks about how you can prioritize the use of your employer's insurance if you believe you're in danger of losing it.
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(Reuters) September 9, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the extended-release ADHD drug Intuniv for children between the ages of 6 and 17.
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(BBC News) September 9, 2009
Researchers say this lack of a natural sense of motivation and reward may explain why many people with ADHD go on to develop problems with drugs, alcohol, or food dependence.
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(Kaiser Health News) September 8, 2009
The new Baucus Proposal states that instead of a government-run insurance option favored by House Democrats, Congress would create a network of nonprofit cooperatives that would cover people without insurance.
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(New York Times) September 8, 2009
A reporter discusses the best ways to navigate the sea of medical-billing red tape.
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(BBC News) September 2, 2009
In Great Britain, kids who can document their attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at amusement parks can cut to the front of the line.
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(Health.com) August 31, 2009
In the modern world, the ability to multitask can be a point of pride for harried people, but experts say it may do more harm to productivity than good.
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(The Associated Press) August 26, 2009
A study of calls to poison control centers has risen 76 percent in eight years.
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(U.S. News and World Report) August 19, 2009
In this article, experts share nine drug-free approaches, including positive parenting, interactive metronome training, and neuro feedback.
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(Unclutterer) August 19, 2009
One reader of the personal productivity blog Unclutterer wants to know how she can help her ADHD son become better organized this school year.
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(United Press International) August 19, 2009
Drugmaker Barr Laboratories has recalled one lot of generic Adderall tablets, saying the drugs may be too potent.
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(NPR) August 17, 2009
A new Web site called Patient Central is trying to help people choose their doctor by giving patients surveys about their experiences with physicians and then posting the results.
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(Library of Congress) August 13, 2009
H.R. 3200--the Obama administration's hotly contested healthcare reform bill--is available in its entirety as a free download from the Library of Congress Web site.
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(USA Today) August 13, 2009
Dr. Bernadine Healy gives four things that you and your representatives in Washington should know about the healthcare reform bill known as H.R. 3200.
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(Israel National News) August 12, 2009
Israeli researchers say that a med called reboxetine may be effective in treating ADHD symptoms in children who can't take the stimulant Ritalin.
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(Reuters) August 12, 2009
A new study has found that exposure to anesthesia during C-section does not increase a child's risk of learning disabilities down the road.
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(PhysOrg.com) August 5, 2009
Scientists at Louisiana State University say that despite popular thinking, ADHD meds may simply improve concentration and attention, not memory or intelligence.
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(CNN) August 5, 2009
Experts say there are important questions to ask before considering a "medication vacation."
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(HealthScout) August 4, 2009
Over 71,000 children per year take painkillers, other drugs and end up in the ER, CDC says.
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(Wall Street Journal) August 1, 2009
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall.
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(Reuters) July 29, 2009
But drugmaker Shire says they still expect the ADHD medication to be launched in the United States by the end of 2009.
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(CNN) July 29, 2009
One reader is concerned because her family has expressed disapproval over the use of stimulant medications on her 5-year-old son.
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(Wall Street Journal) July 27, 2009
Perhaps a better title for this post would be "Foley Times Three" because instead of having one Foley for two or three weeks, I had three!
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(NPR) July 27, 2009
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
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(CNN) July 23, 2009
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote.
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(HealthScout) July 22, 2009
The attention and impulsivity problems that are associated with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) are often misdiagnosed first as ADHD, a new study suggests.
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(helenair.com) July 20, 2009
Experts say a child's mental illness diagnoses can change as he or she moves through childhood into adolescence.
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(Reuters) July 16, 2009
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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(Forbes) July 15, 2009
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans.
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(Medical News Today) July 15, 2009
Parents should be aware that generic versions of ADHD drugs are as safe and effective as name-brand meds, a new Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs report has found.
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(Forbes) July 15, 2009
Drugmaker Tergacept's experimental ADHD medication is being moved into late-stage clinical trails, according to the company.
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(Wall Street Journal) July 15, 2009
Dr. Regina Benjamin, President Obama's choice for Surgeon General, puts the face of primary care at the forefront of the Obama administration's healthcare reform efforts, experts say.
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(Reuters) July 13, 2009
Kids with asthma who have sleep disordered breathing (SDB) at night may exhibit behavior problems, a new study has found.
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(ABC News) July 12, 2009
Cursing after you feel pain may help you bear it more, a small study of college students suggests.
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(CNN Money) July 12, 2009
Unemployment rates are climbing and medical bills are mounting, forcing many American to pay their medical bills with credit cards.
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(Wall Street Journal) July 7, 2009
Improperly restraining students who are deemed disruptive in class has been blamed for many deaths and injuries--particularly for children with learning disabilities such as ADHD and autism.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 7, 2009
Call for children and teens who have ADHD and dyslexia to participate in a study.
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(CNN) July 2, 2009
Officials say 70 percent of fireworks-related accidents happen between June 20th and July 20th every year, with the largest number of people injured by the devices falling into the 14- to 17-year-old age group.
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(Kaiser Health News) July 2, 2009
According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system.
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(HealthScout) July 1, 2009
Fluctuating hormone levels make women more vulnerable to ADHD, Alzheimer's, and schizophrenia at certain times of life.
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(United Press International) July 1, 2009
Researchers in New York say that ADHD medications such as Ritalin and Adderall may have a placebo effect, but not on children--on caregivers.
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(Reuters) July 1, 2009
An Institute of Medicine (IOM) committee is urging the U.S. government to fund studies to compare treatment options for ADHD, Alzheimer's disease, and other conditions.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 30, 2009
The Associated Press is reporting that the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart, has announced that it supports an employer health insurance mandate.
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(New York Times) June 30, 2009
A health reporter debunks 11 myths about your health, and some of them truths may be surprising.
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(ABC News) June 24, 2009
Patients are full of complaints about their doctors, but many doctors feel the same way about some of their patients.
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(BBC News) June 24, 2009
Healthy adults should be able to take the drug to boost brain power, a British ethicist says.
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(Boston Globe) June 24, 2009
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 6-to-3 decision that school districts could be required to reimburse parents who chose special education programs at private schools.
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(HealthScout) June 23, 2009
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results.
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(Los Angeles Times) June 22, 2009
U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan.
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(CNN) June 18, 2009
A health reporter answers some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare reform to help you understand this process as it moves through Congress.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 17, 2009
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients.
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(The New York Times) June 16, 2009
He credits a sudden decision to join his junior-high track team and a life-long love of running for his ability to transcend his ADHD diagnosis.
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(ABC News) June 16, 2009
Experts discuss a hair loss drug that fights prostate cancer, a cough medicine that may increase the chances of conception, and seven other drugs that work to treat more than one condition.
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(United Press International) June 16, 2009
The FDA says Zicam-brand nasal gel, nasal swabs and nasal swabs "Kids Size" can cause a loss of the sense of smell that can be long-lasting or permanent.
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(CNN) June 15, 2009
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform.
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(HealthScout) June 15, 2009
According to a new study, many women appear to lack the resources or time to participate in a clinical trial.
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(ABC News) June 15, 2009
However, researchers say the link between stimulants and sudden unexplained death is very rare.
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(HealthDay News) June 12, 2009
Flushing expired or unused prescription medications may seem like a safe and easy way to dispose of them, but health experts say this practice harms the environment.
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(United Press International) June 12, 2009
In a recent study, British researchers found that only half of the people asked where their heart was could identity where it was located.
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(HealthDay News) June 12, 2009
According to new research, Celexa may not be as helpful for treating repetitive behaviors in children with autism as earlier studies have suggested.
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(United Press International) June 10, 2009
Researchers say that there is no set age when children should stop napping.
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(Reuters) June 10, 2009
A new study has found that just one dose of the ADHD drug Ritalin can temporarily improve movement and muscle control in children with ADHD-C or hyperkinetic disorder (HKD).
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(CNN) June 8, 2009
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam.
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(Additude Magazine) June 3, 2009
Researcher Matthew Smith says that hyperactivity was not viewed as a medical condition until the late 1950's, when school environments and education expectations changed.
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(ABC News) June 1, 2009
A reporter reviews eight medical conditions that are often met with skepticism from the general public, including post-traumatic embitterment disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, and sibling rivalry disorder.
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(CNN) May 28, 2009
Who has the right to make decisions about a child's medical needs--the parents, the doctors, or the courts?
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(Medical News Today) May 27, 2009
Kids who show attention problems early in their school career may have lower high school test scores, a new study has found.
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(American Journal of Epidemiology) May 27, 2009
Indoor air pollution caused by gas stoves and fireplaces may be linked to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), researchers say.
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(Reuters) May 26, 2009
Prescription drug advertisements have drawn fire for portraying healthy-looking, smiling patients while explaining benefits, and then rushing through or providing distractions when required risk information is given.
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(CNN) May 21, 2009
Most new college graduates say they're ready for the "real world." But are they ready for the world of health insurance?
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(Medical News Today) May 20, 2009
Even the most intelligent ADHD patients are affected by their disease, a new study suggests.
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(Forbes) May 20, 2009
Drugmaker Shire reports that an experimental medication significantly reduced defiant, angry behavior in kids with ADHD in a recent study.
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(Boston.com) May 19, 2009
Drugmaker Pfizer is making 70 of its most popular medications--including Lipitor, Viagra, and Celebrex-- available at no cost to people who have lost their jobs and do not have health insurance.
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(CNN) May 18, 2009
A health reporter gives five tips for getting health insurance coverage if you have a pre-existing medical condition, including using COBRA, finding assistance through your state, and becoming a "group of one."
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(KTVZ.com) May 13, 2009
Researchers in Oregon and St. Louis say studying the brain of patients who are asleep may help improve the way that ADHD and other mental-health disorders are diagnosed.
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(Reuters) May 13, 2009
Drugmaker Targacept Inc. says their experimental adult ADHD medication has met its primary target in a Phase II clinical trial.
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(Medical News Today) May 6, 2009
Researchers say children who have high blood pressure are four times more likely to have ADHD and learning difficulties than their healthy peers.
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(Science Daily) May 6, 2009
Adolescents who were diagnosed with ADHD as children are more likely to have lifelong sleep problems than those who were never diagnosed with ADHD, a new study suggests.
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(USA Today) May 6, 2009
Children who feel they've been discriminated against based on their skin color show more mental health problems, including depression, ADHD, and oppositional defiance disorder, a study has found.
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(HealthScout) May 3, 2009
According to a new poll, more than half of U.S. adults surveyed believe the federal agency is falling behind in safeguarding food, drugs.
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(Health.com) April 30, 2009
A health reporter talks to people who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), an anxiety disorder that can cause them to repeat rituals or habits to the point that they interfere with their daily lives.
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(Telegraph) April 29, 2009
Kids who get fewer than eight hours of sleep per night are more likely to show ADHD symptoms, researchers say.
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(The New York Times) April 29, 2009
Children who take medication for their attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) make more academic progress in school than unmedicated kids with the disorder, a new study suggests.
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(The Associated Press) April 26, 2009
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus.
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(Christian Science Monitor) April 26, 2009
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic.
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(Huffington Post) April 26, 2009
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus.
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(Medical News Today) April 22, 2009
Experts say 90 percent of children who are diagnosed with Tourette are usually suffering from ADHD as well.
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(The New York Times) April 22, 2009
The transition from high school to college is challenging for most students, but it can be especially frustrating for teens who have ADHD.
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(HealthScout) April 21, 2009
A new study has found that pathological behavior related to video games can cause children real problems with school and interactions with family and friends.
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(CTV) April 15, 2009
A study of 37 ADHD children in Canada suggests that fish oil supplements may reduce agitation, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in some kids.
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(Medical News Today) April 9, 2009
Short-term memory--the type we use in order to stay focused on a task--appears to fluctuate more in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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(United Press International) April 8, 2009
According to new research, treating behavior in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) works as well as ADHD medications.
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(The Associated Press) April 2, 2009
Grocery store chain Kroger has recalled some store brand mayonnaise because it may be contaminated with salmonella.
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(The Associated Press) March 31, 2009
The drugstore chain Walgreens is offering free clinic visits to people who lose their jobs and health insurance through the end of this year.
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(Additude Magazine) March 31, 2009
A very small study suggests there might be a link between ADHD and spine health in children.
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(U.S. News and World Report) March 31, 2009
A reader wants to know if children taking stimulants for ADHD should have a heart evaluation before beginning medication.
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(The Associated Press) March 31, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to eat any products containing pistachios because the nuts may be contaminated with salmonella.
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(Kroger.com) March 30, 2009
The recalled products may be contaminated with salmonella, Kroger officials say.
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(CNN) March 29, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan.
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(Houston Chronicle) March 27, 2009
A 2007 follow-up to an older study found that there are no long-term differences between children who were continuously medicated and those who were never medicated for ADHD.
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(Forbes) March 26, 2009
The recall is classified as a "non-safety voluntary recall," meaning the Daytrana patches that patients currently have are safe to use.
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(BBC) March 26, 2009
Experts say the discovery could help lead to attention-monitoring devices for children with ADHD, as well as people in jobs where attention is critical, such as air-traffic control.
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(Globe and Mail) March 25, 2009
People who are obese may be three to five times more likely to suffer from ADHD than their normal-weight peers, a recent study suggests.
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(MSNBC) March 19, 2009
Two forms of bacteria that can be passed by ticks, fleas, and mosquitoes may cause symptoms of rage and hyperactivity that doctors can mistake for ADHD, some experts say.
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(CNN) March 19, 2009
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription medications.
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(HealthScout) March 19, 2009
Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
In the wake of the sudden death Wednesday of actress Natasha Richardson, reports that she suffered critical brain damage after a seemingly minor fall on a Canadian ski slope on Tuesday have many people wondering how this could happen.
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(Washington Post) March 18, 2009
A new study has found that parents of children who have ADHD are twice as likely to divorce as parents who have healthy children.
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(Baltimore Sun) March 18, 2009
Divorce, job loss, alcoholism, automobile accidents, and sexually transmitted diseases are likely to be the negative consequences of the disease, says Dr. David W. Goodman.
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(USA Today) March 18, 2009
The drug Provigil (modafinil) which is used to treat narcolepsy, and off-label to give a brain-boost to patients with ADHD and schizophrenia, may be more addictive than previously thought, a new study suggests.
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(HealthScout) March 16, 2009
Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says.
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(United Press International) March 11, 2009
A new study suggests that trying to limit an ADHD child's hyperactivity may do more harm than good.
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(HealthScout) March 11, 2009
The Supreme Court made the ruling based on a case involving a Vermont musician who lost her arm to an anti-nausea drug.
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(CNN) March 10, 2009
According to experts, people lie to their doctors for a number of reasons, but keeping secrets from your doctor can endanger your health.
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(Los Angeles Times) March 10, 2009
A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health.
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(Medical News Today) March 4, 2009
A new study suggests there may be a specific sleep disorder intrinsic to patients who have ADHD.
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(BBC News) February 25, 2009
A noted Oxford neuroscientist says that internet use may be affecting genes in children’s brains, leading to increasing rates of autism and ADHD.
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(HealthDay News) February 23, 2009
In a recent meeting with governors at the White House, President Barack Obama said his administration intends to distribute $15 billion within two days to help with states' Medicaid payments to the poor.
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(HealthDay News) February 23, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new implanted device for the treatment of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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(HealthScout) February 23, 2009
A new study wants the FDA to mandate boxes that clearly state how well a medication works.
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(Health.com) February 18, 2009
Children who have eczema are more likely to be diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new study has found.
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(Medical News Today) February 16, 2009
According a new report, a seven-year-old boy who suffered from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, and anxiety attempted to hang himself after watching a hanging depicted in a fictional film.
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(CNN) February 16, 2009
If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage.
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(Livingston Daily) February 11, 2009
Children who have sensory processing disorder (SPD) are often misdiagnosed as having attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), some experts say.
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(CNN) February 8, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times.
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(Reuters UK) February 3, 2009
Researchers say healthy mice injected with the ADHD drug Ritalin show changes in brain that mimic changes seen during cocaine addiction.
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(Washington Post) January 26, 2009
A review of 49 clinical trials has found that some children do experience a hallucination while on ADHD drugs, but experts say the side effect is rare.
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(New York Times) January 25, 2009
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip.
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(HealthDay News) January 25, 2009
Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort.
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(HealthDay News) January 21, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics.
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(New York Times) January 18, 2009
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present.
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(Los Angeles Times) January 17, 2009
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility.
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(HealthDay News) January 17, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter.
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(Reuters UK) January 14, 2009
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs.
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(Washington Post) January 13, 2009
Physician and health and science reporter David Brown discusses how President-elect Obama's promise to reform the U.S. healthcare system is going to be more difficult than many imagine.
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(CNN Money) January 12, 2009
In an effort to both revive the economy and modernize health care, President-elect Obama has proposed that all medical records be standardized and made electronic within the next five years.
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(Associated Press) January 11, 2009
Former Senator Tom Daschle has vowed that if chosen to be health secretary, the healthcare reform process will be aggressive and open, and it will move quickly to improve care while lowering costs.
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(Atlanta Journal-Constitution) January 11, 2009
Some believe Gupta is already recognized as a spokesperson for good health, while others believe he lacks the experience or depth of knowledge of the world of public health to be an effective surgeon general.
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(RedOrbit) December 30, 2008
A new study suggests that meditation sessions may be an effective and drug-free way to treat ADHD.
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(Arizona Daily Sun) December 30, 2008
The attention and behavioral problems that are associated with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) are often misdiagnosed as ADHD, experts say.
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(CNN) December 28, 2008
A reporter picks the top six health stories of 2008, including stem cell research, autism, and health care reform.
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(News Chief) December 23, 2008
The symptoms associated with adult ADHD are very different from the symptoms that children exhibit, which can make the disorder hard to diagnose.
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(eMaxHealth) December 16, 2008
Children who have a brother or sister with ADHD may experience a drop in their academic progress as well--at least in the short term.
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(Seattle Post-Intelligencer) December 16, 2008
A reader asks columnist Carolyn Hax how to manage her unreliable husband whose constant lack of attention forces her to manage the household alone.
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(BBC) December 16, 2008
A new survey in the journal Nature has found that one in five respondents has used a prescription drug illegally in order to get a boost in productivity.
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(Los Angeles Times) December 15, 2008
Do salt lamps really ease asthma symptoms, and could a piece of chocolate carry healing thoughts?
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(HealthDay News) December 15, 2008
A new study suggests that an electronic prescribing system that tells doctors which drugs are the least expensive could save patients millions of dollars each year.
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(San Francisco Chronicle) December 9, 2008
An article in the journal Nature has stirred a controversy this week by suggesting that stimulant medications could be taken responsibly even by adults who do not have ADHD.
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(HealthDay News) December 9, 2008
The ADHD meds Ritalin, Adderall, and Concerta do not appear to cause genetic damage that can lead to cancer, a new government-funded study says.
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(Washington Post) December 3, 2008
A large new study has found that too much media exposure can harm kids’ health.
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(Chicago Tribune) December 3, 2008
Drugs used to treat ADHD, depression, asthma, and bipolar disorder need more study, researchers say.
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(North American Press Syndicate) November 18, 2008
Now is the perfect time to start getting ready for the busy holiday season, experts say.
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(U.S. News and World Report) November 18, 2008
Studies suggest the drug may begin working within a half hour.
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(CNN) November 14, 2008
Experts say the Internet may offer patients an easier way to have doctors review their case and provide advice.
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(HealthDay News) November 12, 2008
Building a relationship with your family pharmacy, asking questions about your meds, and keeping track of the drugs you're taking are all ways to get "medicine smart," experts say.
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(HealthDay) November 4, 2008
Finding the right weight-loss program is essential
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(New York Times) October 28, 2008
The goal of the National Children's Study is to allow investigators to have a better understanding of a wide range of children's health issues.
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(National Institutes of Health) October 27, 2008
Call for children and teens ages 10 years to 16 years old who have both ADHD and dyslexia to participate in a study.
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(Cincinnati.com) October 22, 2008
Doctors at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center have found that eliminating childhood exposure to lead and tobacco smoke could cut the incidence of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the United States by more than a third.
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(ABC News) October 22, 2008
Researchers have found that parents of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are almost twice as likely as other parents to divorce by the time their child is eight years old.
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(Medical News Today) October 17, 2008
Researchers have found that children with ADHD had greater attention after a 20-minute walk in a park than after a similar walk in a downtown area or a residential neighborhood.
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(HealthDay News) October 17, 2008
The U.S. National Institutes of Health has launched a new Web site to help parents better understand medical research on kids.
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(HealthDay News) October 16, 2008
According to a recent survey, one in five people have used prescription medications to increase their brain power or concentration.
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(HealthDay News) October 10, 2008
New research published in the journal Pediatrics suggests that giving free drug samples to pediatric patients may be unsafe.
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(USA Today) October 6, 2008
Free drug samples often given out by pediatricians are not helping low-income children get access to medication and may be putting children's health at risk in general, according to a new study.
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(Los Angeles Times) October 5, 2008
A review of "combination products" designed to treat the symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder shows that most of the claims are not supported by scientific studies.
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(HealthDay) October 4, 2008
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(The Seattle Times) September 29, 2008
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that will require American insurance companies to cover mental health care on an equal basis with medical care.
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(Bloomberg) September 28, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration has warned three drug manufacturing companies that their ads for medications to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are misleading.
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(MedPage Today) September 28, 2008
A new study shows that children in the United States are more likely to be prescribed psychotropic medications than their peers in Holland and Germany.
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(Medical News Today) September 22, 2008
A new study is going to examine the links between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and substance abuse.
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(Telegraph.co.uk) September 22, 2008
Britain's National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence is recommending that the stimulant Ritalin be prescribed to all children and adults with a severe form of the attention-deficit/hyperactivity and to all moderate cases which do not respond to therapies or parenting classes.
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(Washington Post) September 12, 2008
A new study suggests that babies born at 25 weeks or sooner are more likely to have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder when they get older.
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(MarketWatch) September 12, 2008
A recent clinical test of the high blood pressure medication Clonicel showed that the drug significantly reduced 18 symptoms of attention-tdeficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(MarketWatch) September 12, 2008
Ty Pennington is hosting an "ADHD Experts on Call" event next week which will allow parents and caregivers to call 1-888-ASK-ADHD to get free advice from doctors, nurses, and educators about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(The Guardian) September 5, 2008
If a child weighs five pounds or less at birth, he or she has a
higher chance of having mental health problems later in life,
according to a new study.
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(Reuters UK) September 5, 2008
A study of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
suggests that the condition limits educational and work
accomplishments.
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(Reuters) September 4, 2008
A troubling one-year spike in youth suicides in the United States
reported last year is not a fluke and should be taken seriously,
U.S. researchers said on Tuesday.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Come game time, sports fans are geared up
to watch and cheer -- but new research shows fans and the players
they're rooting for may be unknowingly sharpening their language
skills.
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(Reuters) September 3, 2008
Millions of poor children in the United States may be getting fat
before age 10 because their mothers are stressed out and the
youngsters seek escape in unhealthy comfort food, researchers said
on Tuesday.
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(Medical News Today) August 29, 2008
Doctors, therapists, and coaches who specialize in
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are planning an online
conference from Sept. 22-24.
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(Medical News Today) August 29, 2008
The attention-deficit/hyperactivity medication Vyvanse is now
available in three additional dosage strengths.
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(MarketWatch) August 27, 2008
Stimulants used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder received an "A" rating for children and a "B" rating for adults, according to a company that evaluates the effectiveness of medications.
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(Ivanhoe) September 8, 2008
Your age at menopause and your
breastfeeding practices can influence your risk of developing
certain types of breast cancer, according to a new study.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Ordering herbal medicines on the Internet
may put your health at risk.
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(Ivanhoe) September 8, 2008
Your childhood environment may determine
whether you will snore when you are an adult.
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(MarketWatch) August 22, 2008
Stimulants used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
received an A rating for children and a B rating for adults,
according to a company that evaluates the effectiveness of
medications.
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(Reuters) August 22, 2008
Gold medal winner Michael Phelps took medication and had therapy
for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder when he was a young
child, according to his mother.
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(ADHDCentral.com) August 22, 2008
An expert patient on ADHDCentral.com explains the potentially
dangerous results of using stimulants to lose weight.
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(Ivanhoe) September 5, 2008
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(HealthDay) January 5, 2010
Pregnant women and young children should be especially cautious
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(Ivanhoe) September 3, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
About half of the United States population
of adults, age 20 and older, suffer from refractive errors -- eye
problems that result in less than perfect vision.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 8, 2008
The men's marathon Olympic event will take
place on August 24th. Many of the eager fans waiting at the finish
line are probably wondering how long-distance runners can endure
such a strenuous sport. Now, researchers say they may have the
answer.
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(Ivanhoe) December 1, 2009
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Being frail could be an early sign of
dementia, according to new research. The study links frailty and
Alzheimer's disease with the same disease pathology.
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(National Institutes of Health) August 11, 2008
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(HealthNews Digest) August 11, 2008
The approval of medications for adult
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be helping some
adults come to terms with their disorder, one expert says.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(ADHDCentral.com) August 9, 2008
Positive parenting can help ease aggression in adolescent girls who
go through puberty early, according to a new study.
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(ADHDCentral.com) August 9, 2008
Some children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder also
have trouble dealing with sensory overload.
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(MedPageToday) August 8, 2008
A recent survey of pediatricians and physical therapists suggests
that more and more infants are developing more slowly because they
spend too much time lying on their backs.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Man's best friend may be able to do more
than guide the blind. Researchers say the discovery of a gene in a
dachshund could eventually help people who suffer from eye
disorders that can lead to blindness.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
A simple bone disease test may signal an
increased risk of death for people on dialysis for chronic kidney
disease.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(ADHDCentral.com) July 31, 2008
Falling asleep can be difficult for children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, particularly during the
summer when days are longer.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Associated Press) July 30, 2008
The American Academy of Pediatrics says that children taking
stimulants for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder do not need
a heart test before using the medications.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) December 1, 2009
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(San Francisco Chronicle) July 23, 2008
The rate of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is rising
faster among children ages 12 through 17 than it is in younger
ones, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) November 28, 2008
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(BaltimoreSun.com) July 20, 2008
The Center for Science in the Public Interest has petitioned the
Food and Drug Administration to ban food dyes because of potential
links to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) November 3, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(HealthDay News) July 11, 2008
Each day, 2,500 American teens turn to prescription drugs to get
high for the first time, with painkillers, sedatives,
tranquilizers, and stimulants the most common drugs of choice.
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(U.S. News and World Report) July 11, 2008
It's been suggested that pregnant women or those who've recently
given birth have a higher risk of developing mental health
problems, but new research suggests this may not be true.
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(ADHDCentral.com) July 9, 2008
A doctor on the board of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association
offers some ideas about why so many adults have ADHD.
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(Medical News Today) July 9, 2008
A small study suggests that extended-release Focalin eases the
symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder more quickly
than extended-release Concerta.
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-
(Science Daily) July 9, 2008
A new training program for doctors helps them diagnose
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and treat children who
have it.
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(ADHDCentral.com) July 9, 2008
Children who are not taking medication for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely to be
overweight than kids who don't have ADHD, according to a new study.
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
A new study says a large dose of one particular ingredient in red wine can ward off the effects of age on the heart, bones, eyes and muscles.
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(Ivanhoe) September 5, 2008
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(The Tampa Tribune) July 2, 2008
A doctor explains how to tell the difference between an energetic
child and one that may have attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
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(ADHDCentral.com) July 2, 2008
An expert patient from MyADHDCentral.com recommends an online
reminder service for adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
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-
(Medical News Today) July 2, 2008
Researchers will conduct a clinical trial this fall to test the
effects of Strattera and behavioral therapy for children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum
disorders.
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(Ivanhoe) November 7, 2008
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(Reuters) June 27, 2008
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Concerta for
adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Previously
the stimulant could be prescribed only to children.
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(ADHDCentral.com) June 27, 2008
A doctor shares insights she has learned from adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Forbes) June 27, 2008
New research has shown that a gene linked to
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder doesn't predict how well a
person will respond to medications used to treat the disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) November 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Bloomberg) June 23, 2008
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(CareConnection.com) June 23, 2008
U.S. drug regulators are close to allowing doctors to
electronically prescribe potentially addictive drugs instead of
requiring a written order for the meds.
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(New York Times) June 17, 2008
This article looks at the scientific support for alternative
treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, including
special diets and nutritional supplements.
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(Science Daily) June 17, 2008
To determine how Ritalin affects the brain, researchers mapped the
brain activity of 23 adults who did not have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(ADHDCentral.com) June 17, 2008
A small study has shown that St. John's Wort doesn't ease the
symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder any better
than a sugar pill.
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(Ivanhoe) November 3, 2008
A recent study on mice shows stem cells
may be able to stop the effects of aging on muscles, which could
prevent conditions like muscle atrophy and Parkinson's disease.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(CNNMoney.com) June 9, 2008
The company that manufactures the Daytrana patch is recalling some
of the products because of problems with the liner.
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(IrishHealth.com) June 9, 2008
A recent study linked a good night's sleep to better grades and
attitudes among teenagers.
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(PsychCentral) June 9, 2008
Two new research projects will test behavioral therapy and computer
games that use biofeedback to determine if either treatment can
improve the symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Bloomberg.com) June 9, 2008
Three doctors who specialize in psychiatric disorders in children
significantly underestimated how much money they had been paid by
drug companies to do research, according to a U.S. senator.
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(ADHDCentral.com) June 9, 2008
Drug manufacturer Eli Lilly is offering 25 scholarships for adults
25 and older who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Medical News Today) June 5, 2008
The American Heart Association clarified a recent recommendation
about stimulant medications and heart screenings by explaining that
it is not mandatory to obtain an electrocardiogram and treatment
for ADHD should not be withheld because an ECG is not done.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Science Daily) June 2, 2008
An international study has found that adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder work 22 days less than
adults without the disorder.
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(Medical News Today) June 2, 2008
Teenagers who eat a breakfast that includes fruit, grains, and
dairy products may do better in school than teens who don't eat a
variety of foods.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(ADHDCentral.com) May 22, 2008
A recent study of Daytrana suggests that the
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medication does not affect
a child's height or weight.
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(Associated Press) May 21, 2008
Medications that treat cold and allergy symptoms can cancel out the
effects of drugs that treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder, according to one psychiatrist.
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(ADHDCentral.com) May 21, 2008
This article offers advice on how to give your child some free time
this summer and still provide enough structure to cope with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity symptoms.
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(Medical News Today) May 19, 2008
A European study showed that Concerta significantly eased symptoms
of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Pharmaceutical Business Review) May 12, 2008
A new medication designed to treat adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is showing good results in
recent trials.
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(Psych Central) May 12, 2008
A study to test the long-term safety of the Daytrana patch showed
that the medication is effective for girls and boys for as long as
12 months.
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-
(Red Orbit) May 12, 2008
Shire has announced that a new experimental medication
significantly decreased the symptoms of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in two recent safety and
effectiveness trials.
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(Doctor's Guide) May 12, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Strattera for
long-term maintenance therapy of attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder in children and teenagers.
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(HealthDay) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) November 18, 2008
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(AP) May 5, 2008
American children are prescribed antipsychotic drugs much more
frequently than British children, but the drugs' use among British
children has risen sharply.
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(Boston.com) May 5, 2008
The Vermont Association for Mental Health believes that psychiatric
medications are being prescribed to children too frequently,
replacing counseling with drugs to treat mental health problems.
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(Glouchester Daily Times) May 5, 2008
A parent recently shared that just thinking about her child's
upcoming pediatric visit gave her an anxiety attack.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Reuters) May 1, 2008
A new survey has found that 23 percent of Americans loan their
prescription medications to someone else, and 27 percent have
borrowed prescription drugs.
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(Forbes) April 28, 2008
According to the drug manufacturer Shire, the Food and Drug
Administration has approved Vyvanse for the treatment of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults.
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(U.S. News & World Report) April 28, 2008
Stimulant drugs aren't the only way to tackle a child's ADHD, says
Ronald Brown, a pediatric ADHD expert at Temple University.
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(Denver Post) April 28, 2008
In this Q&A column, a 52-year-old man has just been diagnosed
with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and wants to know if
stimulants are safe to take.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Wall Street Journal) April 22, 2008
While many viewers get emotional watching Ty Pennington deliver
remodeled homes to deserving families on "Extreme Makeover: Home
Edition," his mom, Yvonne Pennington, cries for different reasons.
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(U.S. News & World Report) April 22, 2008
MONDAY, April 21 (HealthDay News) -- The American Heart Association
on Monday issued recommendations that call for cardiovascular
screening before prescribing stimulant treatment for all children
diag
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(The Guardian) April 21, 2008
Postnatal depression in fathers can have long-term psychological
effects on their children, a new study reveals.
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(ClinicalTrials.gov) April 21, 2008
This study will evaluate the effect of atomoxetine in treating ADHD
symptoms in children and adolescents with ADHD and comorbid reading
disability (dyslexia)
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(ADHDCentral.com) April 14, 2008
In my post, "ADHD and Guilt: How to Handle Parenting and Boredom",
I discussed the often unspoken feelings parents with ADHD have
about how certain aspects of parenting can be hopelessly boring.
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(Medscape Medical News) April 14, 2008
April 10, 2008 � Children who have undergone
surgery as infants for complex congenital heart disease (CHD) are
at a significantly increased risk for inattention and
hyperactivity, with nearly half r
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(Ivanhoe) June 26, 2009
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(MedTrackAlert) April 9, 2008
Our new
Treatments tab makes it easier for you to find articles on
the specific medications you take.
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(MedTrackAlert) April 9, 2008
If you have health insurance that includes prescription drug
coverage, the pharmacy card in your wallet gives your insurance
company more power over your prescriptions than you may realize. It
allows the insurer--not your pharmacy--to set the price of your
prescription. Find out why and what you can do about it.
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(EurekAlert) April 8, 2008
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
appear likely to experience sleep problems, according to a report
in the April issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent
Medicine, a th
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(Reuters) April 8, 2008
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(Seattle Post-Intelligencer) April 7, 2008
Using diet modification to treat a child's behavior problems has
been popular and controversial since the 1920s.
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(Psychiatric Times) April 7, 2008
Although there is evidence in the research literature from as far
back as 40 years showing that the symptoms of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often persist into
adulthood, it has bee
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(TwinCities.com) April 7, 2008
Girls who can see trees outside their apartment window have more
self-discipline.
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(Everyday Health) March 30, 2008
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects up to five
percent of all children � and the use of
prescription medications to treat it has tripled during the past
two decades.
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
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(National Institutes of Health) March 24, 2008
Research shows a high prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD) in adolescents with substance abuse disorders and
indicates that they have poorer substance use treatment outcomes a
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(Reuters) March 23, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Although boys with attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) appear to be more impulsive and
troubled than their female counterparts, in adulthood the condition
seems
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(Psych Central) March 23, 2008
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(Medical News Today) March 20, 2008
Most people occasionally worry about germs, strange noises in the
night, or whether they forgot to turn off the oven before leaving
on vacation.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(CNNMoney.com) March 17, 2008
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(Science Daily) March 17, 2008
A study of 228 teenagers suggests that girls who have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely to be
overweight or underweight than girls who don't have ADHD.
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(Reuters) March 12, 2008
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(Everyday Health) March 8, 2008
This article offers tips on how to address common side effects of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medications.
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(Central Michigan University) March 8, 2008
Researchers are studying impulsivity in rats to understand
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children.
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(MedPageToday) March 3, 2008
Taking stimulant medications for attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder does not increase a child's risk for drug abuse, according
to a new study.
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(HealthDay) March 3, 2008
A new study shows that poor working memory and not low intelligence
may cause poor performance at school among up to 10 percent of
children.
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(USA Today) February 24, 2008
A new book claims that regular, vigorous exercise can help people
with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder focus and concentrate
more easily.
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(Science Daily) February 24, 2008
Researchers have found that a form of the amino acid carnitine
eases the symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in
boys with fragile X syndrome.
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(The Examiner) February 24, 2008
A new study by the University of Maryland Center for Substance
Abuse Research shows that 48 percent of people who abuse Ritalin
steal or buy the medications from friends or family members.
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(National Institutes of Health) February 18, 2008
A clinical trial is recruiting teenagers to test a new method of
using the brain's electrical activity to diagnose
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Telegraph) February 18, 2008
A report from the National Health Service in England shows that 25
percent of prescriptions for attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder are written for adults.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(U.S. News & World Report) February 11, 2008
A recent study has found that many pediatricians are only
comfortable treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among
the many mental health problems that affect children and teenagers.
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(MSNBC) February 11, 2008
Researchers are finding that sleep apnea in children may affect
parts of the brain involved in learning and attention.
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(National Institutes of Health) February 11, 2008
This national clinical trial is recruiting children ages six to 12
to test a new medication for attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(New York Times) February 4, 2008
Sixteen college students describe what life was like at school and
at home when they were growing up with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Personneltoday.com) February 4, 2008
Two occupational therapists explain how they helped adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder be more efficient at work.
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(Newsday.com) February 4, 2008
Researchers have found that errors from errors from sound-alike,
look-alike drug names are a problem that spans the entire health
care industry.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Los Angeles Times) January 29, 2008
A study of teenagers with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
has tried to predict which symptoms will continue through
adulthood.
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(MSNBC) January 29, 2008
A new study has found that children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely to bully
other children.
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(ABC7News.com) January 29, 2008
Blake Taylor has written a biography about what it's like to live
with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(UCLA News Room) January 23, 2008
A new long-term study of more than 9,000 children in northern
Finland showed that only about half of adolescents diagnosed with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder had problems with working
memory and impulse control, two standard symptoms of ADHD.
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(Ivanhoe) October 28, 2008
It's not unusual for your feet to
feel a little run down at the end of a long day, but when feet
become persistently painful, there's something wrong. Heel pain is
one of the most common complaints when it comes to sore feet and it
can be debilitating.
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(Medical News Today) January 13, 2008
A researcher is planning a national speaking tour to discuss how
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults can make it
difficult to keep a job and manage money.
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
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(Heath24.com) January 8, 2008
Haldol and Risperdal are commonly prescribed to calm people who
exhibit threatening behavior and children with attention problems.
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(Telegraph.co.uk) January 6, 2008
Smoking can rewire teenagers' brains in a way that makes it harder
to listen and concentrate, according to small study.
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(Arizona Daily Star) January 6, 2008
A child who had learning delays and terrible temper tantrums calmed
down when her mom removed milk, cheese, yogurt, and other daily
products from her diet.
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(RTTNews) January 6, 2008
The manufacturer of the attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
medication Vyvanse is planning to provide the medication in three
new dosage strengths.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Toronto Star) December 30, 2007
A mother of two sons with Asperger's Syndrome has organized
conferences, published a paper, and started a support group to help
other parents and children.
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(Psychiatric News) December 24, 2007
Several recent studies by the National Institute of Mental Health
have helped doctors identify the best way to treat children and
teenagers with depression and attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
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(ADHDCentral.com) December 16, 2007
Whether it's finding a homework buddy or creating the right seating
assignment, teachers can use these 10 tips to make school easier
for students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(WebMD) December 16, 2007
Researchers have succeeded in treating some children who have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity with an interactive metronome
program.
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(BBC News) December 9, 2007
Researchers say the filter's function varies from person to person
to help the brain ignore irrelevant information so it can
concentrate on a task.
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(Gloucester Daily Times) December 9, 2007
Having many symptoms such as finishing other people's sentences and
forgetting appointments could be signs of ADD or ADHD, one expert
says.
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(Ivanhoe) June 18, 2009
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(CHADD.org) December 6, 2007
The editors at MedTrackAlert offer this healthful, helpful gift
idea for people on your holiday list.
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(EurekAlert!) December 6, 2007
Child mental health experts have compiled a list of guidelines for
the use of medications in preschool-aged children.
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(Michigan State University News room) December 3, 2007
Even very low levels of lead in the blood could contribute to
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, according to a small
study.
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(University of Florida News) December 3, 2007
A study of 55,000 children and teenagers found that those taking
stimulant medications were more likely to visit an emergency room
or doctor's office because of a racing heart.
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(Time) December 3, 2007
Some parents are finding that children who have symptoms similar to
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder often have a sensory
problem that does not have a formal diagnosis.
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
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(Medical News Today) November 26, 2007
Software training designed to improve working memory helped school
children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity in a small study.
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-
(Reuters) November 26, 2007
In Europe, the cost of attention-deficit/hyperactivity drugs is
expected to increase by 10 times the current spending levels in the
next decade, researchers say.
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 26, 2007
In a small pilot study, the attention-deficit/hyperactivity
medication Strattera reduced core symptoms of ADHD.
Read Summary >
-
(New York Times) November 19, 2007
Two new studies suggest that young children with behavior problems
typically do as well in school as other children.
Read Summary >
-
(Medical News Today) November 19, 2007
Researchers have found that the part of the brain that controls
attention develops with a three-year delay in children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(MSNBC) November 19, 2007
To tell the difference between normal toddler tantrums and more
serious mental health issues, researchers have created new ways to
describe and identify problems.
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Los Angeles Times) November 12, 2007
As the number of children being medicated for mental illness
continues to rise, experts and parents weigh the accuracy of
diagnoses.
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(Seattle Post-Intelligencer) November 12, 2007
Two new studies link certain types of television programs like
Power Rangers and football games with behavioral problems in
children.
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(National Institutes of Health) November 12, 2007
Ritalin doesn't help in treating preschoolers who have three or
more coexisting disorders, such as oppositional defiant, conduct,
and anxiety disorders.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 12, 2007
Students who took extended-release Focalin for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder had fewer symptoms,
according to new research.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 5, 2007
A new study of 282 children shows that ritalin taken in patch or
pill form does not cause sleep problems.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) November 5, 2007
Concerta, a drug approved to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder in children, is also effective in treating adult ADHD
based on results of a new study.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) November 5, 2007
Call for children ages 6-17 with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder to participate in a Phase III clinical trial for Clonicel.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) November 5, 2007
Researchers say that women who are overweight during pregnancy have
a higher risk of having hyperactive children than women at optimal
weight.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 29, 2007
Psychiatrists treating children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder don't always address the
chief concerns of parents, according to a new study.
Read Summary >
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(Science Daily) October 29, 2007
A University of Buffalo researcher has found a unique approach for
helping kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder by
including fathers and soccer games in children's treatment plans.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 29, 2007
Vyvanse is effective in treating adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, according to new clinical
trial results.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) October 24, 2007
Researchers say that group therapy to improve social,
organizational, and coping skills may ease the symptoms and stress
of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults.
Read Summary >
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(Hartford Business Journal) October 22, 2007
A new computerized wristband is designed to help school children
with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder focus on their work.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 22, 2007
Improper control of insulin may increase the risk for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and influence the
effectiveness of current ADHD medications.
Read Summary >
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(New York Times) October 15, 2007
In an expansion of its $4-a-month generic drug program, Wal-Mart
has added generic forms of Ritalin, Coreg, and Lamisil.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) October 15, 2007
The University of Oklahoma is recruiting participants who have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism for a new
clinical trial of the Daytrana patch.
Read Summary >
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(Canada.com) October 15, 2007
Convergence insufficiency--a treatable vision problem that causes
difficulty reading--is often misdiagnosed as
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, according to new
research.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 15, 2007
New research suggests that noise can help children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder learn better.
Read Summary >
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(MedlinePlus) October 8, 2007
A new resource, 'The ADHD Parents Medication Guide,' offers
information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and
medications used to treat it.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 8, 2007
A new national study will explore how the brain processes different
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medications to make the
treatment process more accurate.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) October 8, 2007
To understand how genes and the environment impact health,
researchers are planning to study children nationwide from before
birth to age 21 to determine the causes of obesity, autism, asthma,
mental health disorders, and other problems.
Read Summary >
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(MedTrackAlert) October 8, 2007
If your co-pay costs have gone up recently, these seven tips may
help you reduce your bill at the pharmacy.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
Even the youngest babies can play and learn
Read More >
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(CNN) October 1, 2007
New research suggests that behavioral therapy, including positive
reinforcement, consistency, and structure, can help the estimated 1
percent to 4 percent of preschoolers with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(WebMD) October 1, 2007
This article suggests several ways to reduce the side effects of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medications, including
adjusting mealtimes and changing bedtime routines.
Read Summary >
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(WebMD) October 1, 2007
When children are diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder, many parents realize they also have the symptoms of ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(WebMD) September 25, 2007
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who take
stimulant medications are more likely to do well in school than
children with ADHD who do not take those meds, according to a new
study.
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(Reuters) September 25, 2007
Health officials in the United States are planning a two-year study
to find out whether attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
medications pose heart risks for adults and children.
Read Summary >
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(National Alliance of Hispanic Health) September 25, 2007
A third of Hispanic parents in the United States are unaware of
existing resources to help them cope with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, according to a national
survey.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(MarketWatch) September 17, 2007
Researchers say the sharp increase in diagnoses of bipolar disorder
in children may be due to misdiagnosis and a lack of understanding
of the differences in bipolar disorder for adults and children.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) September 17, 2007
In a small study, researchers found that adults who took a single
dose of Ritalin before mealtime ate 11 percent fewer calories and
consumed 17 percent less fat than adults who were given a placebo.
Read Summary >
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(The University of Utah) September 17, 2007
The author of a new book suggests that gifted children are often
mistakenly labeled as having attention-deficit or bipolar disorder,
depression, and Asperger's Syndrome.
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(Ivanhoe) August 31, 2011
Liposuction is the
most popular form of plastic surgery in the United States, with
more than 300,000 Americans opting for the procedure each year.
Now, there's a new alternative to traditional liposuction that's so
quick and easy, you could do it over your lunch break!
Read More >
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(Ivanhoe) August 31, 2011
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(PR Newswire) September 9, 2007
The Attention Deficit Disorder Association is holding four regional
conferences to discuss effective strategies for dealing with adult
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(10news.com) September 9, 2007
Results of a small chiropractic study, has found adults with
attention deficit disorder improved concentration after two months
of care.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) September 9, 2007
Researchers say that artificial colors and additives found in many
foods increase hyperactivity in all children, not just those with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(PR Newswire) September 5, 2007
The Harvard Mental Health Letter suggests that parents set
appropriate limits and use moderate punishments to help
preschoolers with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder instead
of giving them medication.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
It can affect the alignment of a child's teeth
Read More >
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(Scientific American) September 4, 2007
The manufacturer of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
patches is recalling some of the products because the liner is
difficult to remove.
Read Summary >
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(New River Pharmaceuticals Inc.) September 3, 2007
Call for boys and girls 6 -12 years old with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) September 3, 2007
Teenagers with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who take
Zyban or Wellbutrin do not have a lower risk of smoking, a study
has found.
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(Ivanhoe) September 9, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) August 31, 2011
Inhaling nitric oxide (NO)
may be a valuable preemptive treatment for patients receiving liver
transplants.
Read More >
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(EurekAlert!) August 26, 2007
A study has found that using positive reinforcement and changing
classroom routines can prevent behavior and academic problems in
young children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
Read Summary >
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(WebMD) August 26, 2007
A researcher who specializes in attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder recommends that parents do extensive research before
trying treatments such as chelation, dolphin therapy, and
facilitated communication.
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(News.com.au) August 26, 2007
The state of West Australian is launching a campaign to provide
behavioral and psychological treatments for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to reduce dependence on
dexamphetamines.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) August 20, 2007
Call for children ages 6 to 12 who have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to participate in a study.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) August 18, 2007
Another study has found that fish oil may improve behavior in
children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Ivanhoe) August 31, 2011
Being treated for a
brain tumor can be a truly harrowing experience. After surviving
surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, many patients are administered
steroids that can cause a host of unwanted side effects. Now,
researchers say there is a new option for treating brain tumors
that's safer, easier and better than before.
Read More >
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(Arizona Daily Star) August 12, 2007
Studies have shown removing a child's tonsils may improve--and in
some cases cure--attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) August 12, 2007
Kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder have thinner
areas of the brain that control attention, a study has found.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) August 12, 2007
Two studies have found kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder have lower levels of dopamine than kids who do not have
the disorder.
Read Summary >
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(MedPage Today) August 5, 2007
A study has found kids with ADHD who sleep poorly may increase
their performance and alertness by taking Ritalin.
Read Summary >
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(PR Newswire) August 5, 2007
According to one specialist, ADD can be diagnosed in preschoolers.
Read Summary >
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(The Washington Post) August 5, 2007
Kids treated for ADHD benefit from long-term treatment even if meds
are not given, a study has found.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) August 5, 2007
Vyvanse, the daily medication to treat ADHD, is now available in
the United States.
Read Summary >
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(St. Petersburg Times) July 30, 2007
A study of Florida children who are on Medicaid found that the use
of newer antipsychotic medications designed for adults has
increased 250 percent in seven years.
Read Summary >
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(KFVS-12) July 27, 2007
A doctor offers his opinion on how much diet can help children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
-
(Medical News Today) July 23, 2007
An Israeli engineer has developed a lightweight, pressure vest
designed to calm people with autism and
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) July 23, 2007
A new study performed on rats has found changes in brain
development after Ritalin treatment.
Read Summary >
-
(PsychCentral) July 16, 2007
A study has found that kids who were taught self-control and
emotional awareness were better able to cope with stress and make
good choices.
Read Summary >
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(inthenews.co.uk) July 16, 2007
Two psychiatrists in Britain say the lack of resources for adults
with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder could have serious
consequences for patients and society.
Read Summary >
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(Ivanhoe) August 31, 2011
For decades,
ultrasounds have been used to determine the sex, size, and vitality
of unborn children. Now, the same technology is being used to stop
prostate cancer in its tracks.
Read More >
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(The Tennessean) July 8, 2007
Tennessee is fourth in the nation in prescribing medications to
kids for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Harvard Heart Letter) July 8, 2007
A Harvard researcher who worked on a recent study of chronic
illnesses said these conditions are affecting children from poor
families more than children from more affluent families.
Read Summary >
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(National Institute on Drug Abuse) July 2, 2007
Call for 13-18 year olds with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder and a substance use disorder.
Read Summary >
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(United Press International) July 2, 2007
Shire, the maker of Vyvanse, has filed for U.S. approval to treat
adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder with their new ADHD
medication.
Read Summary >
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(The Seattle Times) July 1, 2007
Researchers say nicotine in cigarette smoke affects fetal brain
development and causes behavioral and emotional problems later in
life.
Read Summary >
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(Bloomberg) July 1, 2007
A study found kids with a chronic illness has increased four times
compared to when their parents were kids.
Read Summary >
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(Canada.com) June 24, 2007
A Canadian study found child psychiatrists are prescribing
antipsychotic medication to children as young as three for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and anxiety.
Read Summary >
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(TheStreet.com) June 24, 2007
The Food and Drug Administration has delayed approval of a new
medication to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(The Chronicle Herald) June 17, 2007
Some therapists believe that kids who are over- or under-sensitive
to sounds and textures have a sensory disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Sun-Herald.com) June 17, 2007
New research suggests that children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder have a genetic condition
that affects how the brain processes information.
Read Summary >
-
(PsychCentral) June 17, 2007
A study has found that treatment rates of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder have increased for all age
groups, especially among adults.
Read Summary >
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(TV3.com) June 10, 2007
A new study found attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
medications were prescribed more frequently to children whose
parents are divorced than to children in intact families.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) June 10, 2007
Research has shown as many as one fourth of children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder stutter.
Read Summary >
-
(PsychCentral) June 10, 2007
According to researchers, Ritalin may improve memory problems often
seen in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
-
(Medical News Today) June 10, 2007
A new study financed by the maker of the Daytrana patch found it
reduced symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in
boys and girls ages 6 to 12.
Read Summary >
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(MSNBC) June 3, 2007
A study found new treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder are less likely to be abused because the medication is
released slowly.
Read Summary >
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(Innovations Report) June 3, 2007
A new study connects smoking while pregnant with an increase in
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder problems in high-risk
children.
Read Summary >
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(PR Newswire) May 27, 2007
A 12-month study by the maker of Vyvanse found that the medication
controlled attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms in
children 6 to 12 years old.
Read Summary >
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(PR Newswire) May 27, 2007
A new study found fewer emergency room reports of abuse of
once-a-day Ritalin compared to other medications for attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
-
(Doctor's Guide News) May 27, 2007
Researchers found that some adults with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and bipolar disorder had
fewer ADHD symptoms when they took mood stabilizers and the
antidepressant Wellbutrin.
Read Summary >
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(Arizona Daily Star) May 27, 2007
Doctors often aren't sure how to help older adults diagnosed with
attention deficit disorder because many medications for younger
people have potentially dangerous side effects.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) May 24, 2007
A recent study found that patients who took Strattera had fewer
symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and were
somewhat less likely to drink heavily.
Read Summary >
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(Philadelphia Business Journal) May 23, 2007
Shire reports that the Food and Drug Administration has issued an
approvable letter for its proposed attention-deficit/hyperactivity
drug.
Read Summary >
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(Canada.com) May 21, 2007
Some doctors suggest focusing on lifestyle changes that address
health problems in girls before giving them meds.
Read Summary >
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(MSNBC) May 21, 2007
The new field of infant mental health is growing quickly as doctors
look for causes of and treatments for autism and
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) May 20, 2007
A Wal-mart subsidiary in England has announced it will stop using
certain food additives in the production of its in-house food
products because of a potential link to
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) January 6, 2010
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(PharmaLive) May 17, 2007
A study of prescriptions written for 370,000 kids ages 10 to 19
showed that girls have increased their use of prescription sleep
medications by over 80 percent over the past five years.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) May 14, 2007
Call for adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who
are currently living in a family situation with at least one child
to participate in a study of Strattera.
Read Summary >
-
(HealthDay News) May 13, 2007
Researchers say that watching more than three hours or more of TV a
day can cause many problems at school for teenagers.
Read Summary >
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(Newswise) May 13, 2007
Sleep deprived college students are turning to Ritalin to give them
the extra boost they need during exam week, according to drug abuse
experts.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) May 13, 2007
According to a one researcher, a child's sex and age are two
factors that can help doctors decide if aggressive drug therapy can
help attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(PsychCentral) May 6, 2007
Researchers are looking at receptors in the brain that are
activated by nicotine to find out if they could help to treat
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(AScribe) May 6, 2007
A group of researchers will review the effects of a
controlled-release stimulant on young drivers who have
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorver.
Read Summary >
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(Philadelphia Inquirer) May 6, 2007
Vyvanse will be classified as a schedule-II controlled substance
and will be on the market in the next few months.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) May 1, 2007
In a study of 1,200 adults, a researcher at Indiana University
found that almost half think children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and other mental health
conditions will be rejected at school and have problems throughout
life.
Read Summary >
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(MedPage Today) April 27, 2007
A researcher who specializes in attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder recommends that doctors look for signs of drug abuse in
patients with ADHD because the two problems often go hand in hand.
Read Summary >
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(Science Daily) April 22, 2007
Researchers think that a mother's depression may increase a child's
risk factor for behavior problems, but positive parenting may
decrease that risk.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) April 22, 2007
A new study suggests that children with asthma also need help
coping with other health problems including
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and depression.
Read Summary >
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(Yahoo! Finance) April 16, 2007
A recent study tested the effects of Omega-3 fatty acid supplements
and found that half of the children in the test had a quick drop in
attention-deficit/hyperactivity symptoms.
Read Summary >
-
(Medical News Today) April 16, 2007
New research shows that children with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who initially take
Strattera often switch to stimulants due to side effects and lack
of results.
Read Summary >
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(CBC News) April 16, 2007
Based on a recent study, a researcher says that although six
percent of survey respondents screened positive for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, only two percent of them
had been prescribed Ritalin or amphetamines.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay) January 6, 2010
Three gene mutations may be associated with cases of attention
deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), say German researchers.
Read More >
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(Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine) April 9, 2007
Researchers found that the risk for a severe type of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder increased significantly
when the child was exposed to prenatal smoke and had genes linked
to ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(The Roanoke Times) April 9, 2007
A relative asks how to help a niece diagnosed with
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and bipolar disease who is
having trouble reading.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) April 1, 2007
New research suggests that separate areas of the brain are used to
create different types of attention, such as interest or fear.
Read Summary >
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(Forbes.com) April 1, 2007
One researcher said that the higher risk might be due to the fact
that alcoholism and ADHD tend to run together in families.
Read Summary >
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(Ivanhoe) January 5, 2010
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(Ivanhoe) January 6, 2010
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(Boston.com) March 26, 2007
A new study suggests that teens who smoke and whose mothers smoked
while pregnant are the mostly likely to have problems focusing
their attention.
Read Summary >
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(Psychology in the News) March 26, 2007
Researchers try to determine why people frequently get distracted
instead of focusing on one subject at at time.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) March 23, 2007
A new study finds that some parents discriminate against children
with mental illness such as depression or
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Read Summary >
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(USA Today) March 22, 2007
ER visits from drug overdoses increased significantly from 2004 to
2005, says a new government report.
Read Summary >
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(BBC News) March 19, 2007
Up to 30 percent of children may be misdiagnosed, says one
psychiatrist.
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(St. Paul Pioneer Press) March 19, 2007
School would have small class sizes and offer project-based work.
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(PR Newswire) March 19, 2007
Kids are calmer and more focused after time spent outdoors,
researchers say.
Read Summary >
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(United Press International) March 6, 2007
Experts say that the rising use of ADHD medications worldwide helps
prove that ADHD is an actual disease.
Read Summary >
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(EurekAlert!) March 6, 2007
Experts say that moves by health insurance companies to cut costs
may be keeping some patients from getting prescribed meds.
Read Summary >
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(New Zealand Herald) March 5, 2007
Researchers in Australia found discrepancies in prescribing rates
based on environment and income.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) March 5, 2007
An animal study may have found the source for some impulse-related
and addictive behaviors.
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(National Institutes of Health) March 3, 2007
Call for adults ages 18 years to 60 years of age who have ADHD to
participate in a study.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) February 26, 2007
Vyvanse is a new amphetamine-based med for the treatment of adult
ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(MyFox Cleveland) February 22, 2007
The new warning guides will alert patients and patients about risks
of mental and heart problems associated with the meds.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) February 20, 2007
Call for children ages 4 years to 6 years old who have ADHD to
participate in a study.
Read Summary >
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(HealthNewsDigest.com) February 18, 2007
An expert gives advice on common ADHD symptoms seen in
relationships and ways couples can manage the condition.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) February 18, 2007
Teens who have lower grade point averages often have sleep-related
symptoms of ADHD, study finds.
Read Summary >
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(Press & Sun-Bulletin) February 11, 2007
But experts are not in agreement whether the doctor's methods and
devices work to relieve ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(ABC News) February 11, 2007
Dr. David Fassler of ABC News responds to a viewer's question about
Strattera and depression.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) February 11, 2007
British pharmacology experts devised the guidelines to help
doctors' uncertainty about treating adults with ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) February 4, 2007
Because SAD and ADHD are treated differently, consulting a doctor
about new winter symptoms is important.
Read Summary >
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(Packet Online) February 4, 2007
Researchers have found that when children are deprived of sleep,
they develop symptoms of ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) January 31, 2007
Dr. Joanne Chao covers side effects, the difference in medication
classes, and the conditions the meds are meant to treat.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) January 29, 2007
Domestic abuse, serious arguments could harm the fetal brain,
research suggests.
Read Summary >
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(Health and Age) January 29, 2007
Experts respond to a reader's question about the differences
between bipolar disorder and ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(Chicago Flame) January 25, 2007
A new study hopes to find genetic links to patients' responses to
different ADHD meds.
Read Summary >
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(Parents.com) January 25, 2007
Dr. Melvin Oatis responds to a parent who is concerned about the
long-term use of Concerta.
Read Summary >
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(Army Times) January 22, 2007
Tricare is an insurance provider for members of the U.S. military.
Read Summary >
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(Medical News Today) January 22, 2007
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(Science Daily) January 22, 2007
Poor impulse control is linked to such conditions as ADHD,
antisocial personality disorder, and bipolar disorder.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) January 14, 2007
Call for children ages 6 to 12 who have ADHD and oppositional
symptoms to participate in a study.
Read Summary >
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(Sun-Sentinel.com) January 14, 2007
Little research exists to guide adults into their new lives without
ADHD medications.
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(Baltimore Times) January 14, 2007
A mother of a boy with ADHD shares some of the small changes that
can make a difference in managing the condition.
Read Summary >
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(Nutraingredients.com) January 7, 2007
Neptune krill oil comes from ocean-dwelling crustaceans and is rich
in omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids, and antioxidants.
Read Summary >
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(BBC News) January 7, 2007
A British expert says adults with untreated ADHD have more
smoking-related disorders, increased rates of accidents, and higher
chances of alcohol and drug abuse.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) December 31, 2006
The new drug, NRP104, will be sold under the brandname Vyvanse.
Read Summary >
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(Science Daily) December 23, 2006
Researchers found that even when ADHD drugs work, kids often stop
using them or misuse them as they grow older.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) December 18, 2006
Call for teens ages 13 to 18 who have a substance abuse disorder to
participate in a study.
Read Summary >
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(HealthDay News) December 12, 2006
ADHD drugs can cause serious side effects if they're taken
incorrectly or by someone who does not have ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(Newswise) December 12, 2006
The Friendship Clinic is designed to help children learn to
cooperate with peers and make friends more easily.
Read Summary >
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(Yahoo! Finance) December 12, 2006
A simple DNA test could tell doctors if a patient is likely to have
trouble processing certain medicines.
Read Summary >
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(The Age) December 12, 2006
In all, the Australian government is looking into 23 cases of
probable or possible side effects linked to the drug.
Read Summary >
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(GamePro.com) December 7, 2006
ADHD drugs can enhance reflexes and postpone mental fatigue, thus
giving some gamers a playing edge.
Read Summary >
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(Reuters) December 7, 2006
Novartis, which makes Ritalin, says it will block the generic
because the drug is still under patent in the United States.
Read Summary >
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(The Seattle Times) December 7, 2006
A reporter from The Seattle Times offers advice on how to handle
the flood of ADHD information and advice.
Read Summary >
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(Monsters & Critics) December 7, 2006
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in seafood, particularly in fish.
Read Summary >
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(National Institutes of Health) December 3, 2006
Call for adults ages 18 to 80 with ADHD to participate in a study.
Read Summary >
-
(Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences) December 3, 2006
The discovery of a gene mutation linked to ADHD may pave the way
for new ADHD drugs.
Read Summary >
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(The Seattle Times) December 3, 2006
A reporter looks at a variety of alternative treatments for ADHD.
Read Summary >
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(Yahoo! Finance) November 24, 2006
The drugmaker that sponsorted the study has found that drinkable or
chewable medicines improve compliance, especially among very young
patients.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 24, 2006
Controlled-release drugs--called SODAS--can help control ADHD
symptoms over a long period of time.
Read Summary >
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 24, 2006
One researcher said that because the Latino population is rapidly
growing the United States and Latin America, studies like this one
are important.
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(Yahoo! Finance) November 24, 2006
Shire, the company that makes SPD465, applied for FDA approval for
the drug in July 2006.
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(United Press International) November 24, 2006
Smoking is twice as common among people who have ADHD than in the
general population.
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 20, 2006
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(Forbes.com) November 20, 2006
Guanfacine extended release is showing promise as an ADHD treatment
for children ages 6 to 17.
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(HealthNewsDigest.com) November 20, 2006
Stimulant drugs like Adderall and Ritalin were found to work better
than non-stimulant drugs like Strattera in a new study.
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(Tuscaloosanews.com) November 11, 2006
Are generics really as effective as brandname medicines? Some say
they are not.
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(Business Week) November 11, 2006
Shire PLC claims its patent on Adderall does not expire until 2018.
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(HealthNewsDigest.com) November 11, 2006
Previous analyses found only a small percentage of adults with
psychiatric diagnoses also had ADHD.
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(Medical News Today) November 11, 2006
Final results for the study, which will look at the drug's effects
on ADHD after one year, are expected in mid-2007.
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(MediLexicon) November 5, 2006
Alcohol abuse is more common among ADHD patients than in the
general population, especially in women.
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(TradingMarkets.com) November 5, 2006
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(Medical News Today) November 5, 2006
Researchers have found good results about switching to Daytrana,
its effects on sleep problems, and parents' satisfaction with its
use.
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(United Press International) November 5, 2006
About 15 percent to 30 percent of children with ADHD will also have
a reading disorder.
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(eMaxHealth) November 2, 2006
Compulsive hoarding affects up to 2 million people in the United
States.
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(Yahoo! Finance) October 28, 2006
The extended-release delivery system of Concerta makes the drug
less likely to cause euphoria and "highs."
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(eMaxHealth) October 28, 2006
Daytrana is a transdermal form of methylphenidate and is approved
for children ages 6 to 12.
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(MSNBC) October 27, 2006
Off-label use of prescription medications for weight loss can put
users at risk for damaging side effects.
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(The Australian) October 22, 2006
Researchers say that the expenses prior to diagnosis may signal
that ADHD is not being identified soon enough in some children.
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(PsychCentral) October 22, 2006
Ritalin was found safe and effective in preschoolers with ADHD, but
the incidence of side effects was greater than in older children.
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(Xagena News) October 22, 2006
Health Canada has received two reports of children who experienced
new-onset or worsened tics after taking Strattera.
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(Daily Mail) October 14, 2006
Women are taking Adderall and the horse-steroid Clenbuterol to help
them lose weight, despite the drugs' health risks.
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(Life Style Extra) October 14, 2006
Adderall's maker Shire has already filed suit against other
companies that wanted to make generic formulas of the drug.
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(Mercury News) October 14, 2006
"Many clinicians find it easier to tell parents their child has a
brain-based disorder than to suggest parenting changes," says one
psychiatrist.
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(Reuters) October 14, 2006
Children with ADHD are at high risk for epilepsy, but
immediate-release ADHD drugs had yielded mixed results.
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(National Institutes of Health) October 9, 2006
Call for adults ages 15 to 55 who have smoked for at least three
months and have ADHD to participate in a study.
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(Orlando Sentinel) October 9, 2006
The ADHD drug study is expected to cost between $2 million and $3
million.
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(Bloomberg) October 9, 2006
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(Medscape) October 1, 2006
The studies are being carried out by third-party agencies,
including health insurance companies.
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(KTRK/ABC13 - Houston) October 1, 2006
Houston ABC-affiliate KTRK looks at how one boy with ADHD found a
better medication regimen through the use of the scan.
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(USA Today) October 1, 2006
Some parents want to try the drugs before their children uses them,
the researchers found.
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(The Kansas City Star) September 24, 2006
Researchers find that these environmental factors may increase a
child's chances of having ADHD.
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(Canada.com) September 24, 2006
Doctors stress that side effects like hallucinations and agitation
are rare.
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(Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) September 24, 2006
People ages 18 to 25 have a higher rate of non-medical use of ADHD
drugs.
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(BBC News) September 18, 2006
Parents and educators worry that ADHD is often misdiagnosed, which
is causing ADHD drugs to be overused.
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(The Age) September 18, 2006
Australian researcher says that hype about ADHD and its drugs has
caused damaging misconceptions about both.
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(Reuters) September 18, 2006
NRP104 has already gone to the FDA for approval for use in children
ages 6 to 12.
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(Join Together) September 10, 2006
The restrictions on prescriptions have been aimed at curbing abuses
of controlled substances.
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(KARK/NBC4 - Little Rock) September 10, 2006
Doctors say giving kids ADHD drugs they do not need may expose them
to unnecessary risk.
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(RxPGNews) September 10, 2006
Car collisions are two to four times more likely among teens with
ADHD.
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(HealthDay News) September 4, 2006
While doctors do not believe sleep apnea is the cause of most cases
of ADHD, it may explain a minority of the cases.
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(LJWorld.com) September 4, 2006
A reader asks about the cost and procedures for being re-tested for
ADHD.
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(WREX/13 - Rockford, IL) September 4, 2006
One doctor says the label changes are more a sign of a "litigious
society" than new drug side effects.
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(National Institutes of Health) August 27, 2006
Call for children and teens ages 6 to 17 with ADHD who have already
been enrolled in a Cephalon-sponsored clinical trial to participate
in a study.
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(Reuters) August 27, 2006
The new ADHD drug is intended for children and teens ages 6 to 17.
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(St. Petersburg Times) August 24, 2006
ADHD drugs have been linked to cases of sudden death in children
who were later found to have heart defects.
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(ABC News) August 24, 2006
Some doctors and patients defend "off-labeling" by saying obesity
is a chronic condition that needs drug intervention.
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(The Press-Enterprise) August 21, 2006
Eight percent of U.S. children are currently diagnosed with ADHD.
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(Bloomberg) August 21, 2006
Adderall XR is used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder.
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(Lexington Herald-Leader) August 21, 2006
ADHD drugs are being sold for as little as $3 a pill to students
seeking to improve their academic performance.
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(Business Wire) August 12, 2006
A mother and daughter discuss how Focalin XR has helped the
daughter's symptoms of ADHD.
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(Doctor's Guide News) August 12, 2006
Cephalon will no longer pursue its development of Sparlon as a new
treatment for ADHD.
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(UCSF Medical Center) August 7, 2006
The analysis of clinical trial data was supported by Eli Lilly,
which makes Strattera.
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(Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine) August 7, 2006
Researchers found that 58 percent of boys and 45 percent of girls
with ADHD are not on medication.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 31, 2006
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(World Fitness) July 31, 2006
Experts estimate that about 36 percent of ADHD medication
prescriptions are written for adults.
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(HealthDay News) July 31, 2006
Researchers say they are not certain if the increased risk is
caused by hyperactivity itself or by the stress associated with
having the condition.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 28, 2006
Call for adults who have ADHD and are living in a family situation
with at least one child to participate in a study.
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(Yorkshire Post Today) July 28, 2006
The study also found that the average quality of life for children
with ADHD was in the lowest 5 percent of the population.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 27, 2006
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(Medical News Today) July 27, 2006
The drug's tablets are very difficult to crush, and its active
ingredient hard to extract.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 24, 2006
Call for children ages 6 through 12 who have been diagnosed with
ADHD to participate in a study.
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(IndyStar.com) July 24, 2006
A doctor at the Children's Medical Center of Dayton answers a
parent's question about a teacher's advice on Ritalin.
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(National Public Radio) July 24, 2006
Experts say that genetic testing may one day be done at birth to
avoid future adverse drug reactions.
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(WJLA-TV) July 17, 2006
Previous studies have found that people with ADHD are more likely
to have their driver's license suspended or revoked.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 17, 2006
Call for adults with moderate to severe
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to participate in a study.
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(The Gadsden Times) July 17, 2006
Some parents choose a service that will pre-package the summer's
medications for easy dosing at camp.
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(Drug Discovery Online) July 10, 2006
Adults who took MAS XR improved in areas like divided attention,
visual scanning and tracking, and mental flexibility.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 10, 2006
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(Lifesciencesworld.com) July 2, 2006
New clinical trials add to evidence of NRP104's effectiveness in
treating ADHD in children.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 2, 2006
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(University of California, Berkeley) July 2, 2006
The University of California, Berkeley study may underscore the
need for continued treatment of the disorder as girls move into
adolescence.
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(EurekAlert!) July 2, 2006
New transdermal patch may offer new, flexible treatment option for
patients with ADHD.
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(Newswise) June 25, 2006
Ritalin is one of the most commonly used drugs for treating
symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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(Nutraingredients.com) June 25, 2006
Study in Britain was first to show behavioral improvement in
children with ADHD after they were given omega-3 and omega-6 fish
oil.
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(PharmacyChecker.com LLC) June 23, 2006
A comparison of current prices for Strattera via online drug
distributors.
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(National Institutes of Health) June 23, 2006
Call for adults with both ADHD and social anxiety disorder to
participate in a study.
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(MedPage Today) June 22, 2006
Pine-bark extract may provide a natural alternative treatment to
ADHD medications like Ritalin and Concerta.
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(Dallas Star-Telegram) June 22, 2006
Some parents use summer to try alternative treatments for ADHD,
including taking children off their ADHD meds.
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(CNN) May 12, 2006
In letters to doctors, GlaxoSmithKline and the FDA report increased
suicide risks and include new warning labels for both Paxil and
Paxil CR.
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(Newswise) April 18, 2006
Several types of medications were studied, including SSRIs and
tricyclic antidepressants.
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(Toronto Star) April 18, 2006
Antidepressants may cause low birth weight, premature birth, and
increased risk of fetal death.
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(Medical News Today) April 7, 2006
Study finds that young men with prior substance abuse problems are
more likely to abuse or sell their ADHD medications than those
without such history.
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(Forbes.com) March 22, 2006
Results of a new study encourage greater experimentation with
treatment options.
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(www.healthcentral.com/depression) March 22, 2006
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(Forbes.com) March 8, 2006
Researchers from Indiana University reviewed a 1998 government
study to evaluate public perception of psychiatric drugs. They
found that though 66 percent of people believe psychiatric
medications are helpful, far fewer would be willing to take them.
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(ConsumerAffairs.com) March 8, 2006
The U.S. FDA confirms the link between increased suicidal behavior
and antidepressant use in children.
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(The American Journal of Medicine) March 8, 2006
More than 120 research papers cite excessive bleeding by patients
taking selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors.
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(Monsters & Critics) March 8, 2006
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors, such as Paxil, Prozac, and
Zoloft, face competition from new triple reuptake inhibitors.
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(The Detroit News) March 2, 2006
Problem greater among 18- to 25-year-olds than teenagers.
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(Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) February 17, 2006
Experts discuss the effects of antidepressants, such as Paxil and
Effexor, on relationships.
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(USA Today) February 9, 2006
Women taking these antidepressants are six times more likely to
have children with the condition.
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(Forbes.com) February 9, 2006
Risks do not necessarily outweigh benefits of antidepressant for
mother, say researchers.
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(CBS News) February 9, 2006
Hormone changes do not provide protection previously expected.
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(CBS News) January 16, 2006
Rate of attempts actually dropped by more than half, says report.
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