Researchers definitely think that criminal behavior in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) decreases with the proper medications. A recent British and Swedish study monitored the behavior of approximately 25,000 ADHD patients and discovered that those taking impulse-control stimulant drugs, like Ritalin, committed less crime compared to those not taking any medications. This research […]
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According to a recent study from the FIU Center for Children and Families, a little music goes a long way when it comes to helping kids concentrate more effectively on the task at hand and suffer fewer distractions. The study focused on three distinct groups of boys: One group who was currently taking ADHD medication […]
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While recent studies have found that organic food is not more nutritious, pediatricians are still recommending it for children. The issue is not getting more nutrients, but the pesticides found on conventional produce. The report was released by the American Academy of Pediatrics and published in the journal of Pediatrics. The report collects several studies […]
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In a deal that could be worth up to $700 million, Pfizer Inc. (PFE) plans to acquire the developer of a drug for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The company announced the news on Monday. This agreement marks Pfizer’s entry to the ADHD treatment market. Shire PLC (SHP.LN) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) have been dominant with their […]
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A new U.S. study makes connections between children’s risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) later in life and the amount of fish their mothers consumed during pregnancy. The study published in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine reported that mothers who ate at least two servings of fish per week had an approximately 60 per […]
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