ADD & ADHD News

Three Effective Treatments For Childhood Anxiety Disorders Identified By Study ( NIH/NIMH 7-Nov-08 )

Treatment that combines a certain type of psychotherapy with an antidepressant medication is most likely to help children with anxiety disorders, but each of the treatments alone is also effective, according to a new study funded by the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).

Breastfeeding Associated With Decreased Childhood Behavioral Problems ( APHA 7-Nov-08 )

Children who are breastfed are less likely to suffer from behavioral or mental health issues than those who are not breastfed, according to new research.

Tweens And Teens Double Use Of Diabetes Drugs ( SLUMC 5-Nov-08 )

America's tweens* and teens more than doubled their use of type 2 diabetes medications between 2002 and 2005, with girls between 10 and 14 years of age showing a 166 percent increase. One likely cause: Obesity, which is closely associated with type 2 diabetes.

Couples With Children With ADHD At Risk Of Higher Divorce Rates, Shorter Marriages ( UB 29-Oct-08 )

Parents of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are nearly twice as likely to divorce by the time the child is 8 years old than parents of children without ADHD, the first study to look at this issue in depth has shown.

ADHD Appears To Increase Level Of Nicotine Dependence In Smokers ( MGH 29-Oct-08 )

Young people with ADHD are not only at increased risk of starting to smoke cigarettes, they also tend to become more seriously addicted to tobacco and more vulnerable to environmental factors such as having friends or parents who smoke, according to a study from Massachusetts General Hospital reseachers.

Many Factors To Consider In Getting Treatment Right For ADHD ( Australian Prescriber 13-Oct-08 )

The quality of a child's relationships and their diet are now known to be minor risk factors implicated in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Biological factors, including genetics, remain the most significant factor, however, so they must all be considered before treatment can begin.

Advice About Heart Tests Before ADHD Treatment ( Harvard Health 13-Oct-08 )

Stimulant medications like those often prescribed for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) raise blood pressure and heart rate, and some drugs carry warning labels for patients with heart problems.

Ritalin Over-prescribed To Children ( Independent 26-Sep-08 )

The controversial drug Ritalin is being over-prescribed to children to control their unruly behaviour and should be avoided in those aged under five, the Government's drugs watchdog said yesterday.

National Survey Reveals Impact Of ADHD In Adults ( McNeil Pediatrics 24-Sep-08 )

Adults diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) say that having ADHD significantly impacts their ability to focus at work, as well as their responsibilities at home and their relationships.

European Project To Study Relationship Between ADHD And Substance Abuse ( Trimbos Institute 24-Sep-08 )

To determine the relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and the development SUD in patients with and without ADHD. These are the main goals of the European collaborative initiative that was launched recently.

Analysis Of Social Aggression In Children ( SRCD 22-Sep-08 )

A new analysis of almost 150 studies of aggression in children and adolescents has found that while boys are more likely to engage in physical aggression, girls and boys alike take part in social aggression i.e. spread rumors, gossip, and intentionally exclude others.

Majority Of Teachers Have Difficulty Understanding And Managing ADHD ( RCP 18-Sep-08 )

Two thirds of primary school teachers struggle to understand and manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) behaviour because of a lack of training, new research shows.

Premature Children Four Times More Likely To Have Behavioural Disorders ( University of Warwick 12-Sep-08 )

Children born prematurely are four times more likely to have emotional problems or behavioural disorders, according to research led by the University of Warwick.

AD/HD Community Comes Together For First Ever Virtual Conference ( ADD Consults, Inc. 1-Sep-08 )

22 of the most celebrated doctors, therapists, and coaches in the field of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) are coming together for the first time in a virtual setting. From September 22-24, 2008, people affected by AD/HD, including parents, service professionals, and AD/HD adults, will hear live presentations from experts.

Hayes Evaluates Test And Treatment Options For ADHD ( Hayes, Inc. 28-Aug-08 )

Hayes, Inc., an industry leader in providing independent, unbiased analyses of healthcare technologies, today announced that it has completed an exhaustive study of a wide range of medications to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

CHADD And AACAP Applaud Michael Phelps For Addressing Stigma Of ADHD ( CHADD/AACAP 25-Aug-08 )

Neuroscientists Work Their Magic ( SJHMC 22-Aug-08 )

Boy With ADD Who Grew Up To Make Olympic History ( Independent 19-Aug-08 )

ADHD - The Essential Guide ( Forward Press 11-Aug-08 )

Innovative Program Focuses On Improved Care For Children With ADHD ( CCHMC 18-Jul-08 )

Protein On 'Speed' Linked To ADHD ( VUMC 16-Jul-08 )

Ritalin-style Drug Set For Wider Role In Adult Mental Illness ( RCP 7-Jul-08 )

How Ritalin Works In Brain To Boost Cognition, Focus Attention ( UW-M 30-Jun-08 )

The Gene For ADHD May Have Benefited Our Nomadic Ancestors ( UWM 18-Jun-08 )

Children's Diet Not The Main Cause Of ADHD ( Sugar Bureau 10-Jun-08 )

Tests Urged Prior To Stimulant Treatment For Children With ADHD ( AHA 28-Apr-08 )

Medication Improves Driving Ability ADHD Patients ( UU 28-Apr-08 )