Rising rates of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and large differences in diagnosis rates have led to fears that the condition is often being misdiagnosed. A new study demonstrates that these concerns are justified. The researchers found large discrepancies in diagnosis and treatment rates based on small differences in children’s dates of birth. “The question… [Continue Reading]
Discrepancies in ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment Rates Based on Birth Dates
August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Nearly 1 Million Children Potentially Misdiagnosed With ADHD
August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
According to new research nearly 1 million children in the United States are potentially misdiagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder simply because they are the youngest – and most immature – in their kindergarten class. These children are significantly more likely than their older classmates to be prescribed behavior-modifying stimulants such as Ritalin, said Todd… [Continue Reading]
Study Shows an Association between ADHD and a Western Diet
July 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A new study shows an association between ADHD and a ‘Western-style’ diet in adolescents. Lead author Wendy Oddy said the study examined the dietary patterns of 1800 adolescents from the long-term Raine Study and classified diets into ‘Healthy’ or ‘Western’ patterns. “We found a diet high in the Western pattern of foods was associated with… [Continue Reading]
Chemicals Used in Many Consumer Products Linked to ADHD in Children
July 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A new study suggests a link between polyfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFCs), industrial compounds which are widely used in many consumer products, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The researchers found “increased odds of ADHD in children with higher serum PFC levels.” The researchers used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)… [Continue Reading]
Discovery of Differences in the Brain’s Reward System in ADHD
February 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Neural Processes Differ in ADHD With and Without Prenatal Alcohol Exposure
January 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The adverse effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on behavioral, cognitive, and social development can lead to a range of symptoms referred to as fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Attention and cognition problems seen in individuals with a history of prenatal alcohol exposure often resemble those linked to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Studies Confirm Association Between Lead and ADHD
January 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment