ADHD symptoms occur on a continuum and can fluctuate dramatically based on life circumstances such as transitions to middle school, stress levels and even sleep.
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Although the link between sugar and hyperactivity is murky, there is a proven link between the neurotransmitter dopamine and increased activity.
One in 20 Australians has ADHD. But some people call the condition ADD. What’s the difference?
Sleep habits can be improved by making shifts in both daytime and evening routines.
For those who need it, Adderall and other stimulants can be game-changing medications that help restore the chemical imbalances underlying ADHD. But for those who don’t, these drugs can be harmful.
ADHD diagnoses are on the rise, a trend that might in part be driven by overdiagnosis. A new study finds that white children are especially likely to be overdiagnosed and overtreated for ADHD.
Although medication and therapy can be effective treatments for ADHD, they’re not the only way to manage the disorder or its symptoms. Creating a daily routine is critical too.
By adulthood, ADHD symptoms may be more internalised but they can also cause grown up problems.
Kids often crave processed sugary foods. But research shows that consuming too many treats during childhood and adolescence may lead to behavioral and emotional problems.
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