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Understanding ADHD: Dr Leena Deshpande

January 4, 2013
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder that usually appears in early childhood. It makes it difficult for individuals to restrain their spontaneous responses—responses that can involve everything …

Britney Spears suffering from ADHD?

June 4, 2012
Singer Britney Spears is apparently suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADAH), a kind of developmental disorder. The 30-year-old, who is currently judging auditions of the US version of singing reality show …

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults

April 23, 2013
Attention deficit disorder is not just a problem in children. ADHD is a problem with poor attention but also is additionally a problem with moderating emotions and effective self-regulation. Dealing with the demands of everyday …

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children

March 26, 2012
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD or AD/HD or ADD)? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that appears in early childhood. It makes it difficult for individuals to restrain their …

ADHD drug Ritalin impairs memory and learning in children

March 12, 2012
The drug Ritalin (methylphenidate) may impair learning and memory in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD, according to the latest finding. The results parallel a 1977 finding that a low dose of the …

Types and treatment for ADHD in children

April 23, 2013
Types of ADHD Combined Type (Inattentive/Hyperactive/Impulsive): Children with this type of ADHD show all three symptoms. This is the most common form of ADHD. Hyperactive Type: Children are naturally quite active, kids with …