MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'adhd research'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:27:19 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182087&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-%25e2%2580%2593-i-just-canamp039t-seem-to-get-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-out-of-my-head.php Trying to settle on the cause, or causes, of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is enough to overwork any ADHD challenged brain, and yours truly is starting to feel the surge as overlooked and new ideas continue to flow into the old data bank that sits just above my shoulders. What might cause the ADHD brain to behave differently is complex one and after all those trying to figure it out must use their brain in order to find answers. If you have a minute or two why don’t we explore one of the lesser known possible causes of ADHD before we move on to bigger and better things. The year was 1990. The economy was rolling along pretty good and George H. Bush and his wife Barbara were in the White House. Unbeknown to almost everyone there was study being conducted by the National Ins... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182087 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5182087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182088&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-could-we-be-headed-for-a-world-where-everyone-has-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder.php Image an all ADHD world for a moment where there was no reason to seek out pharmaceutical help for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder because you were just like everyone else. Where the Dow 30 was made up of only stocks specializing in organizational skills training and the average was driven to new highs by a mob of impulsive hyperactive speculators who just couldn’t get enough. Stop lights were made to be run, your favorite athlete was truly uncoordinated, the teen pregnancy rate was through the roof, traffic accidents were so out of control that insurance companies no longer offered automobile insurance, most projects in the corporate world were left on the drawing board to be finished later, and every lesson in school had to be repeated at least three times since students w... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182088 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5182088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182092&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fproducts-for-adhd-%25e2%2580%2593-discover-the-most-effective-and-natural-products-for-adhd.php With so many products for ADHD, it can be hard to know where to start. However, once you know what to look for, the task becomes a much easier one. Products for ADHD The most successful ones tend to be supplements and herbal and homeopathic remedies in particular. In fact diet is seen as the central point for treating ADHD, though I am sceptical of claims of ‘curing’ ADHD through the elimination of certain food as I think this gives parents false hope. I understand that in a few cases it has been successful, but that’s just a handful. However, it does make sense to try to reduce gluten (a protein from wheat) and casein (a protein from milk) and to try as have as healthier a diet as possible, keeping artificial flavours and colours to a minimum, One useful product for ADHD... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182092 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5182092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182093&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-herbal-treatment-three-options-worth-considering.php ADHD is short for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and  impacts about 10% of children and 5% of adults. Therefore it comes as no surprise that so many people are desperately searching for ways to manage both primary and secondary ADHD symptoms such as inattention, impulsive behavior, hyperactivity/restlessness, and low self esteem. One natural way of accomplishing this is with the help of an ADHD herbal treatment. The ADHD herbal treatment approach has been much maligned in recent years with scientific studies, mainly funded by large pharmaceutical companies, calling into question the effectiveness of ADHD herbal treatment alternatives. These studies on the other hand seem to contradict the anecdotal evidence which goes back thousands of years in some cases. An even bigger threat ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182093 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5182093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174757&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-behavioral-therapy-%25e2%2580%2593-what-can-go-wrong.php Behavioral therapy for ADHD is widely considered to be one of the best treatment methods for managing this very individualistic disorder and is often seen as being infallible by ADHD professionals. And why not, after all it is void the side effect risks, it can be used in conjunction with other safe and effective treatments such as homeopathic ADHD remedies, and best of all ADHD behavioral therapy has one of the best overall success rates of any treatment option. So with all these positives what could possibly go wrong? The truth of the matter is that ADHD behavior modification is only as good as the people involved in it and can be implemented too rigidly if you’re not careful. Why don’t we explore three areas where the best laid plans of ADHD behavioral therapy can go wrong. ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174757 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5174757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174760&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-news-about-substance-abuse-smoking-and-drugs.php This study confirms that children and teens with ADHD are more likely to have problems with drug abuse, smoking and bad behavior. The children studied were ten years old and they were actually followed for a full ten more years until they reached the age of twenty. The teens with ADHD were one and a half times more likely to be involved in substance abuse and alcohol.  The interesting fact from this study shows that those teenagers who had come to terms with the Read More (Source: Life With ADHD) Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174760 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5174760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169622&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-secrets-of-successful-natural-adhd-supplements-and-how-to-find-them.php If you are looking for a natural ADHD supplement, then there are a few factors you should know about to ensure you get the most effective and safe ones. Natural ADHD supplement There has been a dramatic increase in the amount of children being diagnosed with ADHD, and along with that has been a rise in the number of companies offering supplements, many of them sub standard. To help you distinguish the best ones, here are the main factors to consider. Any natural ADHD supplement you choose should be approved by the FDA and be manufactured in a GMP compliant facility No artificial additives, gluten, preservatives or colours should be used. The company should have ideally been around for at least 5 years so you can research them properly. The company should also ideally offer a 1 year uncondi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169622 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5169622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169621&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-right-adhd-supplements-for-kids-and-how-to-ensure-you-find-them.php Choosing the right ADHD supplement for kids today is quite a challenge, with so many available. Discover what to look for to ensure you get a safe, natural and effective supplement. For me, the first thing I look at is how long the company has been around, and I recommend that at least five years is the minimum time. This way you can evaluate them and research them more effectively than a new company. Obviously new companies are not necessarily poor, but with the large increase in the amount of ADHD diagnoses, many are jumping on the bandwagon and provide ineffective supplements. Next, check that the ADHD supplement for kids you are evaluating is manufactured in a GMP compliant and FDA approved facility, which should be clearly stated on the website. This will give you the peace of mind of... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169621 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5169621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159474&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Feating-for-healthdiet-and-adhd-in-teens.php Researches and studies have always been conflicted about the role of diet in controlling the symptoms of ADHD in teens. Some researches claim that it’s not the diet that is making the difference in controlling the symptoms but the structure involved in planning the diet. There are many researchers who have found significant correlation to the lessening of ADHD symptoms when some types of foods are avoided. The truth of the matter is that one cannot simply overlook the effect of diet elimination to the people whose lives are improved by it. Medication is an important part of controlling the symptoms of ADHD, but it’s not effective to rely on this alone. This is why it is important to work with a doctor in order to approach this in a more holistic way. Medication combined with th... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159474 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5159474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159478&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-are-the-best-alternative-methods-for-add-and-adhd.php Recently a White House Award was given to Dr. Gregory Fabiano for his work on ADHD but it has received very little attention in the press. This may or may not have something to do with powerful lobbies connected to the big pharmaceutical companies who would not be too pleased to learn the results of his work. His research showed unequivocably that ADHD behavioral therapy together with some medication was one of the best alternative methods for ADD and ADHD. His work showed that unless behavior modification was applied then medication alone was not effective and the only lasting results could be had through ADHD behavior therapy. Fabiano’s work also showed that once behavior modification was in place, medication could be reduced which meant that any harmful side effects or long term h... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159478 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5159478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159477&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftaking-a-different-path-alternative-treatment-for-addadhd.php Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food -Hippocrates In the US, other than prescribed medications, there are no other federally-approved treatments for ADD/ADHD. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is still supporting drug therapy as the treatment for this disorder. Findings of many studies point to availability of ‘natural’ treatments; therefore, a rising number of health professionals are proposing behavioral and dietary interventions to supplement. What can be said about prescription medication is that it is still new to the practice of medicine but plant extracts and other holistic remedies have existed before our time. Modern medicine possesses the wondrous capability to alter natural substances to form a chemical derivative that has absolutely nothing ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159477 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5159477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159482&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftechnology-time-management-and-adhd.php What concerns me is what technology may be doing to our brain. Read Gary Small’s book, iBrain, and you will have to agree that our brain is indeed evolving. Two brains that start off the same at birth can be drastically different at two years of age if one has been deprived of play, talk, touch, love, proper food and so on. That’s been known for a long time. What is more surprising is that the adult brain remains malleable – ‘neuroplasticity’ is the term used – as we grow older, and it continues to rewire itself throughout life. That’s good news for old folks like me because it means you can become smarter the older you get. We used to think intelligence was 80% genetic and 20% environmental, but it’s actually the opposite. The bad news is th... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159482 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5159482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159481&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdo-i-have-adult-adhd.php We used to think that children with ADHD ‘outgrew’ it. Now we know most children with ADHD grow up to be adults with ADHD–and most of them have no physical hyperactivity.  (Many had no hyperactivity in childhood, either.) Especially in this tough economy, unrecognized ADHD can thwart your efforts in school, on the job, and even in relationships. So, if you have ADHD, it’s worth knowing about it now so you can take solid steps to reduce your obstacles to a happier, more fulfilling life.What are the common ADHD traits in adults? Consider the three current official sub-types of Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): * ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type. This person has trouble paying attention, getting organized, and ignoring distractions but can have li... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159481 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5159481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140044&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fsafe-adhd-medications-do-they-exist-and-what-are-the-safer-options.php If you think that safe ADHD medications are a given, then think again. Any medication will have side effects and we know that there are several which are associated with the so called safe ADHD meds. For example there are about 30% of children who just cannot bear the side effects. These range from the usual stunted growth problems, sleep challenges and also loss of appetite. While there are side effects, it cannot be denied that these meds can actually help to reduce the hyperactivity, restlessness and the impulsivity. Then there are the long term health risks which nobody seems too sure about. But alarming stories of sudden deaths from the so called safe ADHD meds such as Ritalin, or liver failure from Cylert are not urban myths, I can tell you! There is also the well established medical... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140044 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5140044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140045&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fniacin-and-adhd-making-smart-choices-in-adhd-treatment-which-really-get-you-results.php Have you seen the NADH supplements in all the health stores recently? If you have, then you will have seen their claims that this is really the thing to help with efficient brain function and therefore could be a great help in aiding attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) patients, including children. Actually the NADH acronym stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide or Niacin. So is Niacin and ADHD an effective treatment option? I was very interested to read the Alternative Medicine Review recently which published a remarkable paper on the whole question of using vitamins and minerals which might be useful in providing relief for some of the classic ADHD symptoms such as hyperactivity, poor attention span and impulsivity. It claimed that these essential vitamins and minerals ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140045 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5140045 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140047&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcan-music-help-kids-with-adhd-finish-their-homework.php Young people with ADD and ADHD often prefer to have background music playing when they are doing their school homework or working.  Parents are often worried that music will be yet another distraction that keeps these ADHD children from completing their work.  Their fears may be unjustified.  Music may actually be helpful.  There is not a medical consensus on the benefits  of music and brain functions as of yet but new studies are pointing to Some specific brain benefits that may come to us from playing music.Remember the Mozart Effect? It was all the rage about 12 years ago. After my son was born in Georgia, we left the hospital with a Mozart CD.  The hospital staff told us that the music would improve our baby’s brain function. The Governor of Georgia had determined that givi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140047 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5140047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130907&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-there-a-diet-for-adhd-some-research-findings.php I bet that many parents who have children who suffer from ADHD think that diet is marginal and that an ADHD diet can only make life more complicated than it really is! Let me try and persuade you that the food children eat really does have an impact on their development and especially as regards hyperactivity and other related ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) problems. I want to list some of the research studies done in this area and if you already are converted, you can take a pat on the back. If you are skeptical, you may want to reflect on the information here. We now know that there is a lack of essential minerals and vitamins in many children’s diets. This is mainly due to snack and junk foods. The main ones lacking are magnesium, amino acids, vitamin C, omega... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130907 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5130907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130908&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-meds-for-kids-new-concerns.php In the UK, the cost of ADHD meds for kids comes to about £28 million a year! A recent BBC programme pointed out that, apart from the cost, a study of over 600 children who had ADHD were no better off after years of treatment on meds for ADHD. In fact the researchers who were from the University of Buffalo, had to admit that there was no evidence to show that medication was better than other types of interventions in the long term. As a result of the programme, medical authorities are now recommending behavioural interventions, rather than medication! You will not find this information on any of the websites sponsored by the makers of Ritalin or the other ADHD meds for kids mentioned in the study. The alarming conclusions also pointed out that the negative effects far outweighed any benefi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130908 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5130908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125862&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fchild-behavior-is-adhd-behavior-therapy-the-answer.php How on earth can you deal with defiant kids ? No pill exists for that ! It is now a well established fact in the medical profession that ADHD treatment should be a comprehensive one which will include a good dose of behavioral modification alongside with medication, diet, exercise and school support. In spite of taking medication, child behavior will not change at all in the long term. It may well get worse. There may be some improvements in symptoms such as restlessness, fidgeting and better focus and improved concentration but these are only skin deep. In the long term, the medication will not cure ADHD and if child behavior is left unchecked, it is unlikely that the child will outgrow ADHD and he will have a handicap for the rest of his life. Going back to the defiant kids, there may al... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125862 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5125862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125863&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-concerns-%25e2%2580%2593-why-your-child-is-at-risk-when-crossing-the-road.php It may sound banal but looking both ways when crossing a road, could save an ADHD child’s life! Studies about ADHD concerns in theUK, Scotland and more recently in the Pediatrics Journal all point up the same problem. The fact is that because of impulsivity and inattention, these combine in a deadly way and may end up in your child being involved in a road accident. All the figures for adults with ADHD and teenagers all show that they are far more likely to have car accidents or be involved in driving offences. Studies done at the University of Aalabama Injury Control Research Center showed that ADHD concerns as regards safety were justified because the kids with ADHD had a far higher number of close calls as they were crossing the road. Many experts have said that the best ways is t... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125863 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5125863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118823&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffinding-success-with-treating-adhd-naturally.php Many people interested in treating ADHD naturally have found some success with diet changes. The Feingold diet for ADHD, or one of it’s variations, is often used by natural health care providers who may use diet adjustments along with other natural strategies like herbs and homeopathic remedies. Holistic ADHD Options Much has been discovered about using natural treatments to help with ADHD. Studies have shown that many adults as well as children who have ADHD can benefit from making some diet adjustments. One of the ways that you can do this is by taking out processed, pre-cooked, or packaged foods and adding a balanced mix of vegetables, proteins, and complex carbohydrates into your diet. It may be helpful for you to look into removing food allergens from the diet because many times... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118823 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5118823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118820&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fstudy-shows-adhd-symptoms-reduced-by-avoiding-processed-food.php     A recent study of 100 children diagnosed with ADHD showed that 63 percent of them were negatively affected by eating processed foods. Specialists around the world are discovering that highly processed foods, additives, and gluten trigger an increase in ADHD symptoms in children. The five-week study, ‘Impact of Nutrition on Children with ADHD’ (INCA)i was conducted in the Netherlands and Belgium by the Radboud University Medical School and the ADHD Research Center in the Netherlands. The children, ages 4 to 8 years old, were randomly divided into two groups: a restricted elimination diet (removing all foods linked to allergies and intolerances, such as wheat, eggs, and dairy); and a healthy diet (control group). Of those who ate a diet without processed foods, 78percent sh... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118820 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5118820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118825&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-vs-add-%25e2%2580%2593-unraveling-the-mystery.php In this article titled “ADHD vs ADD” we will first explore the many names which this condition has been called over the years and then work to explain the differences between ADHD vs ADD. Sometimes it is pretty amazing how the evolution of research deals with theories once thought to be absolute which are ultimately proven to absolutely wrong or incomplete. Never has there been a better example than with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Let’s briefly cover the five name changes which have occurred in recent years. Hyperactivity of Childhood: First noted in the first edition of the APA’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Hyperkinetic Reaction of Childhood: Noted in the second edition of the DSM. Attention Deficit Disorder With or Without Hyperacti... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118825 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5118825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107738&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-world-of-addadhd.php My son Tyler is energetic, smart, and has a passion for life. That said, some teachers have explained to me that he may suffer from ADD/ADHD. You can imagine my surprise when I heard his teacher tell me this very disturbing assumption. She explained that she had to ask my son numerous times to complete a task. I was not surprised when she had told me she had no children. I explained to her that I was not aware of a child in existence who would perform all tasks simply by asking them one time. Never the less, testing for ADD/ADHD was recommended. Many parents have or will have to go through this scenario. It is not pleasant for the parents or the child involved. Parents do not wish to have their children labeled or to take a medication that may harm their children. In order to understand th... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107738 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5107738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107739&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fshould-your-child-take-an-adhd-natural-supplement.php If you are wondering if an ADHD natural supplement can help your child, then you will want to read this article. In it, you will learn all about herbal remedies, how and why they work and how to find a good one for your child. In order to show you how natural medicines compare to drugs, let’s talk about prescription medications. The most important things you need to understand about ADHD drugs is that they do not cure Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, but just suppress the symptoms. This means that if your child is taking a drug and stops, the symptoms will return. Also, prescription drugs have side effects that can make your child’s symptoms much worse. Add to this, the worries about the long term effects of using drugs on a brain that is still developing and you have... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107739 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5107739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103423&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-natural-remedies-essential-oils.php There are many natural approaches to treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Aside from making dietary adjustments, going through a detoxification protocol, and taking supplements, you can also restore balance to your child’s mental and emotional state through aromatherapy. Although no medical doctor would recommend the use of essential oils to help treat ADHD, you’d be surprised at the amount of scientific research that shows how effective this method is. Essential oils are distilled from flower petals and plant leaves to obtain their natural therapeutic properties. The chemicals contained in plant essences can stimulate healing because they are readily absorbed into the bloodstream and lungs. When diffused in a vaporizer, inhaled from a tissue, or added to bathwate... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103423 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5103423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103425&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffood-allergies-and-adhd-austin-8.php ADHD Austin. Do allergies trigger behavior complications? You will probably have heard of numerous conflicting info about hyperactive diets. There are several parents who swear that diet alter has helped their child’s ADHD, but most medical doctors and researchers deny that food allergies or sensitivities can trigger the behavior related with ADHD, presumably their own conclusions based on studies. Therefore, the presumption of allergies causing ADHD behaviors must rely on whether their studies about ADHD and diet had been intended correctly.Yet, according to the analysis, most studies show no relationship between a hyperactive diet and ADHD. Most of these studies have been poorly developed and implemented, and a lot more generally than not, paid for by some food industries. For inst... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103425 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5103425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096704&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-treatments-latest-news-on-other-therapies-which-could-change-your-family-life-for-the-better.php There are many ADHD treatments out there, maybe too many! How on earth can we decide what might be right for our children? I think a bit of wise experimentation is the answer and we should not get carried away too much by fads, fashion and hype. Talking of hype, there has been a lot of that recently about ADHD and green tea. Let us sort out a few facts and then you can decide whether you could add that to the diet regime you have decided for your child. I can certainly tell you that it will be much healthier than a bottle of fizzy pop. Green tea is an antioxidant and research does show that it can slow down the onset of Parkinson’s disease, for example. It contains both L- theanine and caffeine which have been shown to keep neurotransmitters in good condition. We all know the benefit... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096704 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5096704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096706&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-treatment-efficacy-the-questions-we-must-ask-to-protect-our-children.php Let’s face it. The bottom line on how we judge ADHD treatment efficacy is whether it is safe and effective. We know that some of the psychostimulants just fail the test as regards this essential criteria. When looking at the efficacy of treatments for ADHD, we want to get all the information that we can but very often, this is just not possible. Let us take Ritalin as an example as that is a household name in ADHD circles and there are even jokes about kids having Ritalin for breakfast. Have we got all the information available? Is it on the Internet? The answer is that some of the material is on the Web and in abundance. For example there are over 9,000 articles published on how toxic Ritalin is. If you do a search on Google about sudden deaths from Ritalin, you will find over 350,0... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096706 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5096706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096708&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fexamining-alternative-methods-for-add-and-adhd-time-for-some-straight-answers.php In looking at alternative methods for ADD and ADHD, we have to bear in mind that no one treatment will actually work or cure ADHD. Well, if there were such a thing, I would certainly not be writing this article. Any of the alternative treatments for ADD and ADHD will only work if they are used in combination with behavior modification or some effective parenting skills. Many parents cannot be bothered, it seems and that is the great tragedy of ADHD treatment to-day. They think that pills will teach skills! Let me tell you about one researcher who actually won an award for his work which illustrates the above point perfectly. He is Dr. Gregory Fabiano and he won the White House’s Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the nation’s highest honor for profess... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096708 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5096708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086371&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdark-chocolate-for-the-inattentive-subtype-of-adhd-adhdpi.php A new study published in the Journal Physiology and Behavior has found that visual working memory and reaction time can be improved by a one time consumption of 720 mg of cocoa flavanols. These beneficial working memory effects, were seen 1 week after the cocoa consumption. The symptoms seen in the Inattentive type of ADHD may be primarily related to working memory and reaction time deficits. This recent study points to the ability of dark chocolate to improve these deficits. The study subjects did not have the Inattentive type of ADHD, they were young adults without a history of cognitive problems but this study is important because most studies looking at the benefits of dark chocolate have been performed using older adults with a history of age related cognitive decline. This is the fir... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086371 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5086371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086375&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftests-to-diagnose-add-and-adhd-what-concerned-parents-need-to-know.php Although you may be nervous about the outcome, if you suspect your child has ADHD, please don’t procrastinate or rely on scores from one of those online ADHD tests. While they can be used to alert you to the fact that your child has in issue, your child’s symptoms could also be related to allergies, Lyme Disease, learning disabilities or other issues. In this article, you’ll learn about the different tests your child will take to determine if he has ADHD, so both you and your child will be prepared for your office visit. Professionals often give a battery of tests to diagnose ADD and ADHD. One of the things the doctor or psychologist will do is compare your child’s symptoms to the criteria listed in the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual). The professional wi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086375 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5086375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086376&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffree-testing-for-adhd-and-add-and-support-for-parents.php Since new criteria to diagnose ADD and ADHD ended up released, the percentage of youngsters diagnosed with ADD or ADHD has enhanced quickly. In the beginning it was 3% of the little one population, then 5%. In the USA and Australia, it’s now about 12%.   Yet many father and mother don’t know how to discover quick, risk-free, efficient treatment options to support their youngsters.   Diagnosis   Due to the fact medical diagnoses became accessible, a youngster can be assessed for ADD or ADHD signs or symptoms with validated types from specialist health professionals, academic psychologists or little one psychiatrists. Nevertheless, the waiting checklist may well be very long, and the charge may possibly be fantastic. And for some mother and father there is also a feeling of &#... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086376 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5086376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077883&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Feffective-adhd-treatments-can-diet-really-help-or-hinder.php There is no scientific evidence to show that the infamous food colourings in kids’ snacks and food is actually causing any hyperactivity at all. There is therefore no need to put food warnings on the labels. Diet, nutrition and food are not really linked to ADHD at all. That was the result of a recent vote by a special FDA panel recently. According to them, diet can not be regarded as one of the effective ADHD treatments. But the voting behind this decision was very narrow in that eight members of a special panel voted against the labels while six actually voted for them. That was a close vote. The panel was appointed by the FDA and its job was to decide whether the food colorings were really linked to ADHD or not. The actual panel was made up of doctors, researchers and scientists a... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077883 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5077883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077884&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fare-alternative-treatments-for-adhd-right-for-your-child.php If you are reading this article it means you’re not really sold on prescription drugs for your child. Just like you, I also did some research on alternative treatments for ADHD. I needed to know what treatment for ADHD was going to work and also be safe for my son. Here is a brief summary on the alternative treatments for ADHD. Just remember though, that a combination of the following therapies will increase the success rate in treatment for ADHD. Dietary Control: A number of diets have been suggested for people with ADHD. Various studies have reported behavioral improvement with diets that restrict possible allergens in the diet. There are many diets available for an ADHD child. Which one is chosen should be decided by discussing it with your child’s health care professional. ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077884 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5077884 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069656&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdiet-remedies-for-adhd-a-simpler-approach.php It would be fantastic if we had diet remedies for ADHD which controlled symptoms and eliminated the need for doubtful medication. Dream on! Lots of controversy about what kids should be eating and whether what they eat or drink really will influence their behaviour. Let’s have a look at what ADHD diet therapy consists of and whether it can really help the ADHD child. For a long time sugar was blamed for kids’ hyperactivity and then was absolved. There just was not enough evidence. However food dyes/colourings are a different matter and these have been found to really have a negative impact on children’s behaviour. Food companies in the UK and Europe are now replacing these dyes (also called the ‘Dirty Six’) with natural substances. Very soon, the ban will be i... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069656 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5069656 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069660&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftreating-adhd-without-medication-latest-news-and-research.php When you read about a new ADHD drug which is about to hit the market and which the company describes as ‘an important addition to our ADHD portfolio’, don’t get too excited! Yes, it is another stimulant but the company assures us that this particular compound will make it less abusable! So, nothing has changed. That is why more and more parents will not take these risks and are looking for ways of treating ADHD without medication. While controlling ADHD without meds may be an arduous task, there are ways in which symptoms can be alleviated making life bearable again for harassed parents. ADHD drugs are so full of unknowns that thousands of parents have discovered ADHD homeopathic treatments which are effective and safe and there is no risk of addiction. Controlling ADHD w... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069660 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5069660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069658&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-every-parent-needs-to-know-about-tests-to-diagnose-add-and-adhd.php Do you think ADHD is overdiagnosed? Perhaps now that much more information is available about ADHD, it is becoming easier to diagnose. So, what are the tests to diagnose ADD and ADHD First of all, the doctor will want to eliminate other possible conditions which may mimic to a certain extent ADD and ADHD symptoms. There is also the possibility of a co-morbid disorder which means that two or more disorders may be affecting the child. This is why it is so important to have a reliable test for ADHD done. The most common co-morbid disorders are ODD which stands for Oppositional Defiant Disorder. It is estimated that up to 35% of kids with ADHD may also have ODD and as its name suggests, temper tantrums and rule breaking are to the forefront. Anxiety may also co-exist and the percentage here to... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069658 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5069658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5062376&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2F4-traps-to-avoid-in-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-adhd.php In the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, here are four traps that you should avoid so that your child can be treated successfully and without you losing your sanity in the process. The first trap to avoid is getting a diagnosis too soon. When you read about children of one being diagnosed and treated even with psychostimulants, you begin to wonder which planet we are on! A scandal in Florida recently showed that there were 23 infants on psychotic drugs and measures were taken to tighten up on prescription practices by medics there. The ideal age for an adequate diagnosis seems to be around five or six. The second trap to avoid in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD is to presume that your child has ADHD without looking at other possibilities. Make sure you ask the paediatrician if he has do... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5062376 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5062376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5057828&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fbach-flower-remedies-as-natural-remedies-for-adhd.php These natural remedies for ADHD are so safe and so simple that the worst thing they can do is not work. However through 10 years of our research and evaluation within the  education system, with commendations from OFSTED and an international Award for the empowerment and inspiration of young people, to celebrate  our research, we now know that that this approach is  proven to be consistently more than 86% effective as a natural remedy for ADHD and similar behavioural problems. In fact, there are many natural remedies that work very effectively with ADHD and we have a whole research programme that proves it every step of the way. Not only do they work effectively  on their own but when used in particular sequence they are very powerful in supporting the whole behavioural scene within AD... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5057828 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5057828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5057830&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnatural-adhd-add-therapy.php Many people have turned their hopes to a promising form of new ADHD / ADD therapy from gene research which is currently underway.Dopamine transporter gene (DAT) is one of potentially 150 genes which might have an influence on ADHD behaviour especially, concerning the symptoms of impulsive behaviour that are part of the checklist of symptoms which are currently thought to effect up to 12 -20% of children around the world according to recent statistics. However, we also know from genetic research that things are not as simple as inheriting something from a family member, like blue eyes or brown eyes for example. Certain genes have a dormant potential. This means that like a light switch being turned on there is a trigger for that gene to create the condition. As ADHD /ADD is unique for every... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5057830 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5057830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050946&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-and-how-nutrition-can-affect-it.php There is a lot of debate as to whether or not nutrition can improve ADHD. This calls into question a number of issues of course. Such as, is the diagnosis of ADHD accurate? There is controversy over what actually causes ADHD and so it is difficult to pinpoint what can improve a condition if you do not fully understand what causes the condition in the first place. Some behavioural symptoms can I indeed be caused by poor nutrition as the brain chemistry cannot function properly if it is missing the vital nutrients needed to make that happen. The other issue to consider here, is of course the quality of the nutrients that you are taking, not to mention which ones should you be taking.Well, all of this was the basis of a research programme that I carried out over 10 years ago in order to ident... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050946 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5050946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050945&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-hyperactivity-4-ways-to-stop-yourself-from-going-crazy.php Hyperactivity? Well, you can be hyperactive in a creative and organized way and that is great. You can get so many things done. Unfortunately for most ADHD kids, ADHD hyperactivity is anything but creative. All too often it is disorderly and creates havoc! Here are four ways to stop yourself from going crazy if you happen to be sharing a home with a family member who is suffering from ADHD hyperactivity. 1st way Make sure that your child’s diet is not contributing to his or hyperactivity. That means limiting the simple carbohydrates, especially at breakfast. Add in protein and give healthy snacks during the day. Smoothies are also a great option as are fruit and nuts. All the junk food and processed food with lots of colorings and additives is now under attack for all sorts of good ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050945 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5050945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050949&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fherbal-supplements-for-adhd-may-be-your-best-choice.php Having a child diagnosed with ADHD can cause quite a blow to a family unit. Usually this diagnosis follows a series of problems with the child in school and at home. The unruly behavior of your child will lead you down the avenue for relief. Your physician will most likely prescribe stimulants. These medications are effective in some children, but for all practical purposes, it is small percentages that have the desired result. The side effects of these medications can include restlessness, insomnia and some allergic reactions. Informed parents may choose to seek an alternative to these drugs. There are herbal supplements for ADHD that pose less problems for you and primarily for your child. There are a lot of natural effects that will come with these herbal supplements for ADHD. There are... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050949 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5050949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050951&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdha-and-fish-oil-for-adhd-how-docosahexaenoic-acid-omega-3-helps-your-child-with-adhd.php For many years now, scientists and researchers have been looking into the possibility of DHA and fish oil for ADHD. Children with ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are described to lack focus and concentration, are hyperactive and have short attention span. To others, they may seem ‘difficult’ as you wouldn’t see them seated on their chairs for a long time, and even if you do catch them on their seat, most likely they are doing something to keep their hands busy. You might not think that ADHD is very serious, or life-threatening, but it could be when your child is too busy to be doing something else he doesn’t eat or sleep anymore. It’s not that children with ADHD are not intelligent (many of them have, in fact, high IQ levels), but that they ar... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050951 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5050951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036427&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-questions-3-answers-to-3-really-important-questions.php My first question concerns the role of diet in ADHD and sugar in kids’ food. This is one of the most frequently asked ADHD questions. People are convinced that sweet candy and soda pop can cause or at least exacerbate ADHD. There is some evidence that sugar, additives, colourings, preservatives and so on can add to hyperactivity in children but this is not exclusive to ADHD children. Any child is going to get a high from eating a sugary snack and then will crash later on. The only sensible answer is to make sure that there are lots of fresh fruit and vegetables in the child’s diet. There should also be a concentration on more protein and fewer carbohydrates, especially at breakfast. I know many parents who have found that by omitting gluten and dairy products from their childre... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036427 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5036427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036430&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-natural-remedies-%25e2%2580%2593-sifting-through-some-of-the-possibilities.php The physiological and psychological dangers of widely used prescription medications such as Ritalin and Adderall, as well as the lesser known, and lesser used, newer prescription medications such Intuniv has prompted many parents and adults alike to consider ADHD natural remedies. And quite honestly who can blame them for seeking an alternative method for treating this very common condition (8% of children, 5% of adults) with the latest revelation about the possibility of long term drug addiction along with the long accepted realization that stimulant medications can cause aggression, loss of appetite, headaches, nausea, insomnia, and maybe even increased hyperactivity. The message from many in the medical community when side effects are noticed is to say that the benefits outweigh the ris... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036430 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5036430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028738&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-students-%25e2%2580%2593-getting-lost-academically-is-a-big-problem.php If you are one of the over 10 million ADHD students out there you may feel like you are running an uphill race of about 100 yards and giving your competition a 30 yard head start every time. It’s not that you can’t win the race but in order to do so you will either have to be a much faster runner or put in a lot more training than those non-ADHD individuals you are competing against. One of the biggest problems ADHD students face is getting lost academically. As you may know failure to focus on topics of little interest is an immense problem for most ADHD students and with academic success being more about a series of puzzle pieces or assignments being put together over time, rather than about over achieving on one individual assignment the chances are pretty good that somewher... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028738 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028741&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-and-diet-%25e2%2580%2593-is-there-really-a-link-between-sugar-and-hyperactive-behavior.php Occasionally there is a point of contention where personal experiences seem to be diametrically opposed to most research studies, and such is the case with sugar and hyperactive behavior. Nevertheless, the sheer number of parents who have a seen a dramatic improvement in their child’s hyperactive behavior by reducing sugar and fast burning carbohydrates is substantial enough to at the very least give consideration to the idea that sugar and hyperactive are linked. Over four decades ago Dr. Ben Feingold put together a diet plan aptly named the ‘Feingold Diet’ after he observing a link between certain foods and hyperactive behavior in children. While the ingredients which Dr. Ben flagged as triggering hyperactivity were mostly food additives (colorings etc…)  sugar was a... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028741 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028742&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthree-powerful-reasons-entrepreneurs-must-hire-an-adhd-coach.php Based on over ten years of coaching, it seems that Entrepreneurs are more likely, than most people, to have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, (ADHD). Unfortunately, many of these entrepreneurs have no idea they have adhd or how it is affecting their ability to do business. Studies have shown that 85 % of the US adult adhd population is undiagnosed and untreated. Research conducted, at the Add Coach Academy, addca, with adults diagnosed with adhd, indicate a higher percentage of them don’t understand how adhd shows up in their life. To add to this dilemma, most of the health care professionals diagnosing or treating adhd, don’t have the tools or time to explain the entrepreneur’s adhd challenges in language they will understand. Reason #1: An adhd coach supports t... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028742 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028745&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-causes-add-or-adhd.php While many people consider ADD or ADHD to be caused by many ’social factors’, i.e. bad parenting, video games, poor schools, etc., research is clear that the social causes have no merit with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The first place to start with the cause of ADD or ADHD is genetics. It is a very genetic disorder. There is term called ‘heritability’, which refers to how genetic a disorder is. As an example – breast cancer is 30% heritable – meaning that about 30% of the possible causes of breast cancer can be attributed to genetics. Asthma is 40% heritable. Height is 80 to 85 percent heritable. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is about 80 percent heritable. That means that ADHD is highly genetic. This research comes from twin stud... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028745 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028746&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhy-you-should-use-natural-adhd-remedies.php When my son was diagnosed with ADHD, trying to decide the best action for treatment was physically and emotionally exhaustive because as a Mom, i wanted what was best for him. Was it going to be natural ADHD remedies or prescription medicine? After doing some research and finding out all the negative side effects of prescription drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderall, I steered toward natural ADHD alternatives. Even though these prescription drugs have proven effective in many children, I owed it to my son to try some very safe and highly effective natural alternatives. No side effects versus negative side effects was an easy decision for me to make. Ritalin, Adderall and Concerta (all stimulant drugs) increase brain activity which in turn increases a child’s alertness and heightens his... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028746 Sat, 09 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5028746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008466&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fsymptoms-of-adhd-in-child-behaviour-four-action-points-for-parents.php Guess who was the first doctor in history to notice ADHD symptoms? It was none other than the father of medicine, Hippocrates who described the symptoms as follows ‘quickened responses to sensory experience, but also less tenaciousness because the soul moves on quickly to the next impression’. That was how hyperactive, squirming and inattentive children behaved in 500 B.C., almost a carbon copy of symptoms of ADHD in child to-day. Hippocrates even had a remedy which was actually a dietary one which favoured fish over meat, barley instead of wheat bread and lots of water together with lots of physical exercise. Well, that could almost be taken from an ADHD forum post today, just 2,500 years on! What action points should parents carry out if they notice symptoms of ADHD in child ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008466 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5008466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008467&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffacts-about-adhd-medications-doctors-never-mention.php One of the most respected researchers on ADHD, William Pelham has now come out strongly against ADHD medications and asserts that research shows they are practically useless in the long term. This is just one of the facts about ADHD medications which may or may not get publicity, depending whose website you happen to be visiting. He also claims that fellow scientists were unwilling to acknowledge that there was evidence which showed that the usefulness of ADHD medications was somewhat limited over a number of years. Alarmed by the number of doctors giving psychostimulants and antipsychotic drugs to children with ADHD which was not strictly necessary, the state of Florida decided to ask the doctors to go through a review process. The number of prescriptions dropped dramatically in a year. W... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008467 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5008467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008470&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffacts-on-adhd-meds-latest-news-from-research-studies.php A University of Buffalo study (led by William Pelham and Gregory Fabiano) has now confirmed that a correct use of behaviour therapy for ADHD could well avoid the necessity of taking ADHD meds and all the risks that go with those medicines. Analyzing the results of over 174 studies, the two researchers have also stated that behaviour modification could even be more effective that using psychostimulants. Fabiano was awarded the White House’s Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers which is the nation’s highest award for young professionals. This is just one of the facts on ADHD meds and ADHD itself which will probably get very little publicity. Before we look at what ADHD behaviour therapy is and how it can it work effectively with ADHD children in helping th... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008470 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5008470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997683&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadd-amp-adhd-alternatives-what-options-are-available.php Why did Health Canada ban Adderall XR ? Because there had been 12 strokes in children and also between 20 and 30 heart attacks and sudden deaths. Why did the WHO, over ten years ago, warn that Ritalin was being overprescribed for ADHD ? Simply because the use of this drug in the long term is unknown and there are serious side effects such as stunted growth, heart problems, blood pressure and depression, just to name a few ! What then are the ADD and ADHD alternatives? Let us look at the options available. First, unless parents come to grip with how things are run in the home, then there will be little chance of success because the behavioral problems there, if not resolved, will go on into adulthood and ADHD children will grow into ADHD adults and will constantly come up against obstacles ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997683 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4997683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992827&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-is-an-adhd-mental-disorder.php ADHD mental disorder is not the obscure condition many experts thought it was in the early 1980’s. In fact today it is widely accepted as a real condition backed by a mountain of research both in the areas of psychology and biology. But what is an ADHD mental disorder and if diagnosed what are some of the challenges this disorder can present?  ADHD mental disorder impacts both children and adults. For adults facing the challenges of ADHD (inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity/restlessness) the problem more than likely began when they were in preschool or in the early years of elementary school. It is estimated that about 10 percent of school aged children struggle with an ADHD mental disorder, and boys are about three times more likely to be affected as girls. Follow up research p... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992827 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4992827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992830&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fhelp-with-adhd-3-points-for-parents-to-keep-in-mind.php Did you know that Internet addiction can lead to other problems such as depression, hostility ADHD and social phobia? Whether your child has ADHD or not, you will need to warn them about certain unsavoury characters such as child predators who prowl the net and giving personal information on the Net, not to mention information on making bombs, drugs, alcohol and sex. But if your child does have ADHD, where can you get help with ADHD? A great source of help with ADHD is looking out for helpful forums, newsletters and other websites where you can find out what is going on in the world of ADHD. Some of these sites are sponsored by the drug companies so a great way to get the other side of the question is to look at alternative treatments for ADHD and find out just what is going on. This is on... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992830 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4992830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992828&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadult-adhd-can-be-a-real-problem.php As a therapist I have been researching ‘Adult ADHD / ADD’. What is very interesting is that if someone has experienced the classic symptoms of ADHD which include: inability to organise themselves, poor concentration and focus and impulsive behaviours as a child, they are more than likely to maintain these patterns throughout life. This can result in  troubled relationships at work and in their personal life. There is also  a 40% chance that their children will exhibit similar symptoms. Back in the early 80’s, it was reported that  common symptoms relating to this condition, were identified by a support group. This was funded by the drug manufacturer responsible for producing Ritalin. This is the most commonly prescribed treatment for the condition, which is diagnosed by a checklis... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992828 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4992828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984583&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fmain-causes-of-adhd-guidelines-for-parents.php Can a child’s diet be one of the main causes of ADHD? Is sugar the culprit? These are some of the questions that parents ask about the causes of ADHD. The genetic link though, seems to be one of the main causes but this will not account for many cases. Certainly, the environment, diet, lead poisoning and maybe a low weight at birth all seem to be contributory factors. The NIMH (National Institute for Mental Health) has done some research and this has shown that ADHD children seem to have a thinner brain tissue but this later developed normally. Interestingly enough, when it did so, the ADHD symptoms seemed to be less dominant. That area of the brain , by the way, is associated with our attention spans and levels of concentration. These, of course are some of the main symptoms of ADHD... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984583 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4984583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976050&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-are-the-main-causes-of-adhd-in-children.php The main causes of ADHD in children are NOT caused by bad parenting or even by a poor diet. So, what ARE the causes of ADHD? The experts now seem to agree that the main causes are either genetic, environmental or abnormal brain development. Sometimes, other factors play a role too such as the health of the mother during pregnancy or some brain injury but these seem marginal. One of the main causes of ADHD in children seems to be a malfunctioning of the brain chemicals called dopamine and norepinephrine which control our attention span and determine how long we can stay focused. These also play a role in how we perceive rewards and gratification and so are linked directly to motivation. That is why ADHD children seem to do so much better when they are enjoying some activity and they can hyp... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976050 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4976050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976055&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-it-adhd-or-depression.php Depression can strike anytime, anyplace, and affects people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic levels. On the other hand ADHD always starts before the age of 7 but will continue into adulthood over 50 percent of the time. It is currently estimated that about 20 million Americans currently are struggling with the symptoms of depression with around 8 million suffering from ADHD. Tying the two together Adults with attention deficit disorder are three times more likely to suffer from major depression, and more than seven times more likely to suffer from dysthymia, or chronic low level depression. Researchers believe the close association between ADHD and depression is caused by similar imbalances of brain chemical messengers using the same neurobiological systems. Put simply the areas of t... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976055 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4976055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976051&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Flatest-research-on-new-adhd-treatments.php What are the new ADHD treatments, if any? Most parents seem resigned to the fact that psychostimulants combined with some behavioral therapy seems to be the best solution. But this is somewhat clouded by the bad press that the ADHD meds are getting. Class action lawsuits and financial conflicts of interest Class action suits have been won against some drug companies. Even more alarming is the fact that there is a conflict of interest in that the drug companies are far too closely involved in the pharmaceutical research and the clinical trials of these medications. This was stated very clearly, quite recently, by a former editor of The New England Journal of Medicine, Marcia Angell. She now teaches medical ethics at the Harvard School of Medicine Neurofeedback / EEG (electroencephalogram... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976051 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4976051 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968700&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwomen-and-adhd-%25e2%2580%2593-the-challenge-of-diagnosis.php It wasn’t all that long ago that women with ADHD were almost completely ignored. The educational and medical community were convinced that ADHD was a childhood condition that affected mainly boys leaving millions of girls and women to deal with their symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and restlessness on their own. While the story of women and ADHD has improved somewhat much of the male leaning diagnostic criteria has yet to be modified sufficiently to help girls and women receive the kind of help they need. Even if a women has done her research before hand and feels confident she has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder few medical professionals have the tools and diagnostic experience to confirm her suspicions and provide a comprehensive treatment plan. Because there are no ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968700 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4968700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968701&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnatural-remedies-for-adhd.php Natural remedies for ADHD are a rapidly expanding treatment area as people look toward natural and holistic approaches to treat various conditions. As a doctor who treats Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), and as the mother of a son with ADHD, I am interested in anything that may ease the suffering of children and adults. Thus far I have heard some positive anecdotal reports from families on my caseload regarding the natural interventions listed below. While I am supportive of natural and herbal approaches, they are most effective when used in conjunction with other treatment interventions such as behavioral therapy, exercise, and ADHD diets. Natural Remedies For ADHD: Herbs 1. Chamomile is an herb that has been used for thousands of years. It is primarily noted for its s... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968701 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4968701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968702&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-the-great-debate.php Medical professionals and parents have debated for years whether this condition actually exists.  Parents of hyperactive children are in no doubt this is a very real condition however some medical professionals remain firmly on the fence. The symptoms of the condition known as ADHD are the following; a short attention span, unable to concentrate, forgetful, careless, easily distracted, unable to sit still, excessive talking and impulsive behaviour.  Whilst this list is by no means complete, it does sum up the main behavioural aspects of the condition.  And therein lies the problem.  These are behavioural traits.  Some medical professionals believe that because ADHD children do not exhibit an easily treatable symptom then the condition is not a real condition and could be managed anoth... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968702 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4968702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960206&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fare-adhd-supplements-a-treatment-option-parents-should-consider.php As more time passes what is becoming increasingly clear is that ADHD/ADD prescription medications such as Ritalin and Adderall are not as safe as once thought. This has caused many well informed parents to search for natural non prescription ADHD supplements for their children. Nevertheless, making the choice to try natural ADHD supplements is not an easy one since many current drugs for the condition are effective somewhere in the vicinity of 70 percent of the time. Adding to this confusion is the realization that the vast majority of western medicine practitioners have little confidence in natural remedies, little alone recommending them for complicated mental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, oppositional defiant diso... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960206 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4960206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953155&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-alternative-therapy-why-not-consider-homeopathy-and-see-how-safe-and-effective-it-is.php At a recent meeting of The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, a report on the safety of Ritalin was presented. The report outlines the Swedish research on what effect the drug, which uses methylphenidate, has on children’s cardiovascular health. While the report is quite positive, it is hedged with caution in that the study only researched those children in Sweden where they are on much lower doses. While it may appear to be a fairly safe drug, the researchers found that weight and height were negatively affected. That is the main reason why parents seek ADHD alternative therapy and we can see why. As well as the negative effects of stunted growth, there are a whole range of side effects which can range from sleep loss, drowsiness, headaches, and also loss of appeti... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953155 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4953155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953154&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fone-in-ten-us-kids-has-adhd-more-awareness-cited.php One in Ten US kids has ADHD; more awareness cited Nearly 1 in 10 U.S. children has ADHD, a sizable increase from a few years earlier that government scientists think might be explained by growing awareness and better screening. ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), makes it hard for kids to pay attention and control impulsive behavior. It is often treated with drugs, behavioral therapy, or both. In the new government study, about two-thirds of the children who have ADHD are on medication. The new estimate comes from a survey released Wednesday that found an increase in ADHD of about 22 percent from 2003 to the most recent survey in 2007-08. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention interviewed parents of children ages 4 through 17 in both studies. In the late... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953154 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4953154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953157&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-stimulants-can-be-good-for-your-brain.php ADHD stimulants are brain antioxidants. That will come as a surprise to many people. The use of stimulants, long term, for ADHD is a concern for patients and parents. The question of whether stimulant use is damaging to the brain is one that is frequently asked. Long term studies have found the stimulants used to treat ADHD to be safe overall and new studies are pointing to possible long term brain benefits from stimulant treatment. The stimulants improve brain oxygenation and decrease the damage caused by oxygen free radicals in the brain. There is some evidence to suggest that children who take stimulants to treat their ADHD symptoms perform better academically and later in their schooling than kids who are not treated with stimulants. The long term affects of stimulant use with regards ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953157 Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4953157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953160&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-adhd-real-or-should-we-just-go-back-to-good-old-fashioned-parenting.php The question, is ADHD real, is asked by many parents when they have their child diagnosed. Some of the older generation would point out that this did not exist in their time and kids like that were just fidgety and rather high spirited! After all, fidgety, squirming kids are just other old fashioned ways of describing kids who are hyperactive, impulsive and inattentive! The supporters of this argument advocate a return to good old fashioned parenting. Maybe they are just normal children who might just be bored in class and they need to let off steam? However, research shows that this is no longer valid as an argument. There are two pointers which show that ADHD is a legitimate disorder. One is the brain scans that have been done which show very clearly that ADHD children have certain defic... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953160 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4953160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953162&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-better-dose-of-adhd-stimulant-medication-to-help-cognitive-performance-is-a-low-dose.php For Inattentive ADD the best dose of ADHDmedication is a low dose.  The adage that is used to treat ADHD-PI is, ‘Start low and go slow’.  It turns out that the Inattentive ADD medication recommendations of low dose stimulants may be the best treatment for ADHD Combined type as well! A very interesting study was just completed and published in the March-April edition of the Journal of Learning Disabilities and the findings point to this conclusion. The researchers of this study gathered kids that had been diagnosed as Inattentive ADD, Combined type ADHD or Hyperactive/Impulsive ADHD.  They then rated each participant’s executive function and working memory function and impulsive behavior and then labeled the study participants as significantly impaired if they had &#82... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953162 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4953162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934575&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fchildren-with-adhd-has-bladder-control-problems.php A new study finds that children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder are with higher risk of bladder control disorder such as bedwetting compare to those children or their friends who does not have the said disorder. Some researchers conduct a survey between children with ADHD and without ADHD about their bedwetting problems and other bladder control warning signs through questionnaires. The result is that children with ADHD have higher respondents who answered of their bladder control symptoms. Most of them have more problems of bedwetting and have the pressing feeling to go to the bathroom to urinate urgently. The research findings proposed that the occurrence of all bladder control problems, not only inability to control urination have a higher rate with those children who hav... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934575 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934574&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcause-of-adhd-sorting-out-fact-and-fiction.php What is the cause of ADHD? One fact is absolutely certain and that is there is no ONE cause of ADHD. ADHD causes which have gained a certain credence over the years have been many and varied and include bad parenting, too much media exposure and of course sugary food. All these are myths and have been debunked in recent years. What is certain now is that there are many co-factors involved. It seems that there is a problem in the child’s brain and so researchers have looked at mothers during pregnancy as one way to throw light on a possible cause of ADHD. It is possible that the foetus was damaged by alcohol, smoking, lead and other toxins and maybe there was some interaction between the genes and these toxic substances which would result in abnormal development of the child’s b... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934574 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934579&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Faddadhd-sufferer-should-now-make-the-right-choice-in-treatment.php With consumers becoming more aware of the dangers of prescription ADD/ADHD medications, and with researchers devoting more resources toward uncovering treatments that will help sufferers conquer ADD/ADHD, there’s no doubt that there really are other, more intelligent, choices available to those who have received an ADD/ADHD diagnosis. Most sources admit that the exact cause of ADD/ADHD is unknown. In fact, there may be several factors that combine to produce a state in which the brain’s wiring misfires and causes the effected individual to display signs of hyperactivity, distractibility, and impulsivity. Interestingly, many of the factors that might cause ADD/ADHD are suspected to be environmental. This means that the cure for ADD/ADHD might just be to remove whatever exists wi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934579 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934580&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-behavior-is-therapy-the-answer.php At last the tide is turning. The American Academy of Pediatrics is now advising its members, doctors and parents that a child who has mild ADHD behavior problems should first be treated with behaviour therapy rather putting him on ADHD meds straight away. They are also recommending that when the medications fail, as they often do, then behavioral intervention is much more preferable than finding other drugs which might or might not be suitable for the poor child. Now this is sound parenting advice but it has taken a very long time to surface. More good news has come from the White House! Gregory Fabiano has won an award for his research into ADHD in which he advocates that behavioral interventions are much more effective in changing ADHD behavior than the conventional medications. Dr. Fabi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934580 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934581&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdiagnosis-and-treatment-of-adhd-homework-for-parents.php Here is some homework for parents before they seek a diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. If your child has some of the symptoms of ADHD such as distractability, forgetting things, inattention when you try to engage them in conversation and maybe non-stop fidgeting, Google first on other medical conditions that have similar symptoms and see if they could possibly be one of the reasons for his symptoms. Your list could be quite long including a parasite, liver dysfunction or low blood glucose levels. Make a note of these and make sure that when you do go for a diagnosis, that you mention these and that they have all been excluded. Correct diagnosis is important as ADHD, if left untreated can lead to teenagers being involved in road accidents, low academic achievement and risk of substance abuse... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934581 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4934581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921621&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnew-adhd-research-%25e2%2580%2593-looking-at-better-ways-to-help-your-adhd-child.php Recent studies on new ADHD research released by the Environmental Health Journal reveals that the importance of the absorption of lead by children should not be underestimated at all. This reflects current thought among doctors and pediatricians who are now discovering that lead is no longer a question of old paint in rundown homes.  Lead is present everywhere in our food and in our water. The question of lead is important because all the children with ADHD, learning disabilities and violent behavior disorders were found to have higher percentages of lead in their blood than normal kids. The fact is that children seems to absorb lead much faster and more easily than adults. Reasons for this may simply be due to the fact that their immune system is not yet developed and that even more so w... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921621 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4921621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921622&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2F3-mistakes-typically-made-by-parents-of-children-diagnosed-with-adhd.php As a mental health therapist, I often witness parents making three mistakes when their children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. If you are a parent of a child or adolescent diagnosed with ADHD, read on to find out if you are currently making these mistakes, and what alternative approaches to take. Mistake # 1: Thinking ADHD doesn’t really exist and it’s all your fault (or that of the ‘other’ parent). So it has finally come to this, after numerous times in detention, poor grades in school, behavioral problems at home and in school, the proverbial straw which broke the camel’s back has finally landed you and your child in the office of a mental health clinician, where the diagnosis has been rendered. You don’t believe in ADHD and believe you should implement stricter ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921622 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4921622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911673&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Faddadhd-diseases-and-its-treatment.php With the ever increasing hectic life, there is an emergence of new disease in children as well in adults. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD or ADHD) is one of the recent diseases and is one of the most common diseases for neurobehavioral disorders in adolescence as well as in early childhood. According to recent research there is an increase of ADD/ADHD sufferers from 3% to 7%. This disease is more prevalent in boys than in girls. There is certain trend of behavior which can be seen in children and adults, thus displaying the characteristics of ADHD. Some of its features are: Hyperactivity (Physical restless and excessive Activity) Impulsivity(Delay of gratification and impaired impulse control) Distractibility(Poor sustainability and less concentration) ADHD does not come al... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911673 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4911673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4911676&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftreatments-for-adhd-a-few-home-truths.php There is a lot of talk nowadays about how ADHD behavioural therapy is probably one of the best treatments for ADHD.certainly treating ADHD without meds is an appealing proposition. Then there are advocates of the so-called ADHD diet and others who swear by Ritalin which is an amphetamine and a powerful mind altering drug. Others swear by homeopathic remedies for ADHD as there are no side effects nor any risk of drug abuse. It is sometimes hard to know which way to turn and everybody is very persuasive. If I knew the answer, I would not be writing this article but would be sunning myself on an exotic beach ! I do not believe that there is an ADHD diet but I do believe that Omega 3 fatty acids can help a child to concentrate and can lessen the symptoms of ADHD. Why do I believe this ? I have... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4911676 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4911676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902561&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fhow-children-get-adhd-was-once-thought-to-be-the-flu.php Let’s take a walk back in time to 1919 in a rural schoolhouse. Mrs. Smith has fifteen students half of which have the primary ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and impulsivity. She is a smart women who keeps up with the latest research and all the experts agree that the reason half her children are so difficult to handle is because of the brain damage caused by the 1918 influenza encephalitis epidemic. After all almost everyone in her community has had the flu. She has discussed this matter with all the parents letting them know that their children likely have Minimal Brain Damage and an extra dose of discipline might be needed to corral this unruly behavior.  If the story above wasn’t true it might seem like something right out of a fiction novel. Now let’s get down ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902561 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4902561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902562&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffasd-diagnosis-hidden-by-adhd-symptoms.php Jon Bennett has often written about the huge problem of giving the wrong findings on ADD/ADHD. This concern brings to mind of the old proverb that says: ‘If you only have a hammer everything looks like a nail!’ Modern medicine have become fixated on giving a diagnoses of ADD to children that it becomes the quick and easy final decision on for (This despite the fact that there is no objective barometer used to assess the medical signs!).The consequence of this comes to the fact that a determination of ADD/ADHD can can basically be just what our grandparents called having ‘ants in the pants’! On the other hand, it becomes more common that an ADD/ADHD verdict hinders the medical professionals from discovering the true conditions.Research in the last few years are revea... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902562 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4902562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902565&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdoes-adhd-go-away-looking-at-ways-to-treat-adhd-safely-and-easily.php Does ADHD go away, many parents ask hopefully. The answer, I am afraid, is that it does not. The good news is that if a child is treated properly at a young age, he can easily come to terms with it and cope with life more than successfully. All we have to do is look at some of the famous people who have ADHD from Michael Phelps to Ty Pennington and going further back to Albert Einstein, no less. The bad news is that if ADHD is not spotted and treated, the results can spell failure for the unfortunate person who never got a chance of proper treatment. Even though multi tasking is sometimes favored in corporate culture, at the end of the day, if results in the ever competitive workplace are not forthcoming, a career disaster looms for the adult with ADHD. There is not much sympathy either! T... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902565 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4902565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893691&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-symptoms-and-pesticides.php Most parents of ADHD children and ADHD adults alike have suspected that eating too little protein and too many simple carbohydrates seems to aggravate problematic ADHD symptoms such inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity/restlessness. But now there seems to be another sinister villain residing in our bowls and on our plates that has been linked to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; pesticides. The link between ADHD symptoms and pesticides is a strong one with children who were exposed  to fruits and vegetables containing only trace amounts of pesticides being more likely to show attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms according to a recent study involving 1,139 children all across America. The study found that children with above average levels of one common byproduc... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893691 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893696&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-hyperactivity-might-be-an-essential-part-of-learning.php This important study will help to inform and develop what is already Snowdrop’s extensive range of techniques to help children with ADHD. In studies of 8- to 12-year-old boys, Psychology Professor Mark D. Rapport found that children with and without ADHD sat relatively still while watching Star Wars and painting on a computer program. All of the children became more active when they were required to remember and manipulate computer-generated letters, numbers and shapes for a short time. Children with ADHD became significantly more active – moving their hands and feet and swiveling in their chairs more – than their typically developing peers during those tasks. Rapport’s research indicates that children with ADHD need to move more to maintain the required level of alertness... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893696 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893695&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-management-%25e2%2580%2593-eating-right-can-help-with-adhd-symptoms.php If you are a parent of an ADHD child, or an ADHD adult facing the challenges of this disorder, you know that a big part of successful ADHD management is eating right. As you may already know some medical practitioners will tend to discount ADHD management through diet as an ineffective tool, choosing to concentrate on neurotransmitter balancing drugs such as Ritalin and Adderall. Nevertheless, having had some experience with diet and ADHD what I can tell you from my experience is that while eating right may not cure the condition, it sure will make symptoms much more manageable and exponentially more predictable. ADHD management – Sugar only makes this condition worse Foods high in simple sugars and carbohydrates can be found in abundance everywhere you look. They would include Little Jo... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893695 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893697&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-treatments-available-%25e2%2580%2593-part-one.php Written by Gaillyn T. Hope Cups and Balls, a technological treatment game for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is available free of charge on a web site dedicated to the topic of ADHD. The game was created specifically to reduce symptoms for people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorde. Cups and Balls is one of many types of treatments available to assist in reducing the symptoms of ADHD. This particular web site also contains a video serie, posted under FAQS (Frequently Asked Questions) which covers a wide range of topics all focused on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The video series which is about ADHD only, was written and narrated by a professional clinician experienced in treating ADHD patients. He is highly knowledgeable on the topic and professional in hi... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893697 Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4893697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4883754&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffacts-about-adhd-in-adults.php The term ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is also familiar to medical professionals as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder). Mostly diagnosed in the state of childhood, research has pointed out the presence of ADHD in adults too. Symptoms of ADHD can be physical and psychological. Major symptoms related to ADHD are restlessness, impatience, excessive talking, fidgeting, impulsiveness, including other types of hyperactivity. Tests related to neuro-psychology for ADHD patients have revealed that they have problems with task-organization, they have various levels of attention deficiency, together with diminished amount of attention while listening, unorganized and interrupted planning, tracking objects visually, squirming frequently and fidgeting, etc. There are predominantly three... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4883754 Sun, 29 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4883754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4883758&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Finattentive-adhd-8-alternatives-to-medication.php If you have an ADHD child, there are a host of strategies, some more controversial than others, that parents may want to consider to deal with the problem. For example, to medicate or not medicate is a hot button issue that many parents of ADHD kids feel passionate about, on both sides. But before we go any further let’s establish that this is a Judgment Free Zone. We all just want the best for our kids. Our objective here is to present and explore all available options in a way that is thoughtful, compassionate, informative, and above all, I hope, useful and helpful to a family dealing with Inattentive ADHD. Partner with your Child’s Teacher to create an ADHD-Friendly Classroom. Everyone should do this because it is easy and has a huge impact on your child’s success or f... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4883758 Sat, 28 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4883758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4876438&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-adhd-hereditary-%25e2%2580%2593-looking-at-new-perspectives-to-help-you-raise-happier-kids.php They say that the question, is ADHD hereditary, can be answered by reflecting that it has the same probability of an inherited trait such as height. That is a pretty high percentage. Others say that that one in four children who may have ADHD are bound to have a close relative or other family member with the same condition. It seems that if you notice the same disorganisation, distraction and multi tasking in one of your children, it could well be that you both have ADHD! Some research in  Israel has shown that two genes have been identified which could answer the question, is ADHD hereditary. A lot more research needs to be done. Some research done by the well known ADHD expert called Dr. Russell Barkley has succeeded in actually identifying the DRD4 repeater gene which could be the majo... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4876438 Fri, 27 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4876438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872271&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnatural-adhd-treatments-what-is-the-best-alternative-to-give-your-child-a-real-chance.php The treatment of ADHD with psychostimulants is now being questioned more and more as parents realize that sometimes natural ADHD treatments are much safer. They are also, in many cases just as effective. Recently figures from prestigious articles in the New York Times have pointed out that after three years on medications, ADHD children are not likely to have made the academic progress they should have. In addition, dosages have to be raised because the body builds up a sort of tolerance level. Then after three to four years, the medicines cease to have as much effect, as they did at the beginning. The child is often back to square one. There are concerns too about the stunted growth and weight issues. For example, it is estimated that the child with ADHD on these psychostimulants is liabl... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872271 Thu, 26 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4872271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872272&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fyour-adhd-child-may-just-be-tired.php Children who have symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) actually may be sleep-deprived, according to researchers at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology Sleep Laboratory. Doctors should consider that possibility before prescribing Ritalin and other ADHD drugs, they suggest. An estimated 8 percent of US children suffer from ADHD, according to the US Centers for Disease Control, and more than half of them are being treated with drugs. ADHD is characterized by overalertness and nervousness, with affected children being fidgety and overstimulated. Paradoxically, the use of stimulant medications like Ritalin seems to be the most effective method for treating ADHD symptoms in the majority of children. Fighting to Stay Awake? Dr. Giora Pillar wondered whether some c... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872272 Wed, 25 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4872272 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862745&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffidgety-philip-a-brief-history-of-adhd.php Many people think ADHD is a recent ‘fad,’ a new diagnosis. Nothing could be farther from the truth. In 1845, Dr. Heinrich Hoffman, a physician who wrote books on medicine and psychiatry, wrote an illustrated book of children’s poetry about children and their characteristics. ‘The Story of Fidgety Philip’ was a portraite of an ADHD boy. ADHD was not ‘discovered’ by Hoffman, however, or for many years later. In 1902 Sir George F. Still described a group of impulsive children with significant behavioral problems which he ascribed to a genetic disorder and not poor parenting. He was describing ADHD over 100 years ago. He called it ‘Morbid Defect of Moral Control.’ In 1922 the name of what we now call ADHD was changed to ‘Post-Encepha... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862745 Tue, 24 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4862745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862747&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-treatment-through-behavior-therapy.php ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common psychological disorder that often becomes perceptible once a child starts preschool. Millions of children are diagnosed with ADHD each year, many of them before the age of six. The most prevalent form of treatment is typically prescription medication, which may help to reduce the symptoms of ADHD so the child can function normally in a school setting. Unfortunately, drug medications are not without side effects and can be addictive. For these reasons, many parents seek treatment for ADHD through behavior therapy. Behavioral therapy, also known as behavior management, is shown to have positive results on ADHD children. The goal of behavior therapy in ADHD children is to increase the desired behaviors. This is typically achieved thr... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862747 Mon, 23 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4862747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853023&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-adhdb12-connectiona-closer-look.php ADHD can cover several behavioral problems: inattentiveness, being over-active or too impulsive, or a combination of these. While most research into ADHD has focused on children, recent research suggests that the symptoms continue into adulthood in up to 50% of adults who had the disorder in childhood. Some ADHD-type behaviors are to be expected in children, but when several symptoms occur that exceed the normal range for a child’s age, a diagnosis of ADHD may be made. If you’re a concerned parent or grandparent, you should beaware of the signs and symptoms. ADHD isn’t restricted to children. It’s a long-term condition, but adults can often better control their behavior, and disguise their symptoms. ADHD symptoms are grouped into two categories: 1. Inattentiveness 2. Hyperactivity ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853023 Sun, 22 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4853023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853022&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnatural-supplement-for-adhd-a-mirage-or-a-miracle.php I have just read about a mother who started a search for a natural supplement for ADHD after she read about a boy who was on three different prescriptions for ADHD and died of an overdose. Her own child who was on psychostimulants was extremely underweight and he was fading away before her eyes. So, did this mother find the natural supplements for ADHD she was looking for ? She persisted and her son was given Kava Kava, St. John’s Wort, Vitamin B complex, Melatonin for sleep problems, Gabba and Vitamin C. Within three years, her son was greatly improved and the ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity, restlessness and lack of focus had all greatly improved. In this particular case, it was a miracle because she was able to stop ADHD medication which she was so worried about. Frankly there has ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853022 Sun, 22 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4853022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853026&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcollege-research-papers-on-adhd.php ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most common childhood disorders. Like the name suggests, a child is unable to focus their attention on one specific task and their impulses are usually wild to say the least. Some of the good news is that a child with ADHD may outgrow it during the teenage years but some are not so lucky. The bad news is that with increased age, the condition is usually severe and the effects are long term. When writing a college paper on ADHD, the most important thing is to collect all the needed data and compile it in the citation style needed. Discussed below are some of the facts relating to ADHD and may be included in a research paper involving the disorder. First of all it is not easy to determine whether a child has ADHD or not because u... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853026 Sat, 21 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4853026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4848056&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-or-misunderstood.php Misdiagnosis of ADD/ADHD was looked at last week and we discussed how large of a problem it has become. The true extent of this problem becomes apparent when you stop to analyse the diagnosis rates over the past decade and also the rate at which ADD/ADHD medication is prescribed. The end results of the research are unbelievable!Looking at the data on a graph gives an indication that much of the industry devoted to ADD/ADHD will become less and less one of hte industries growing! So what is happening? It seems that we are either facing an epidemic of catastrophic proportions or a diagnostic system that is driven by something else besides clinical accuracy. It is my firm believe that the truth is the latter scenerio and that a multitude of people are misdiagnosed each year as ADD/ADHD which ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4848056 Fri, 20 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4848056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4848048&cid=t_96442_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FE5U30HPur8M%2F ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, affects millions of children and adults (up to 5% of children in the US).  More and more evidence suggests that brain training may be key to help these individuals. With this in mind, we put together our most recent articles on the topic to  a) help you better understand what is going in the brain of a person with ADHD, and b) provide you with up-to-date information on what can be done to fight the disorder and improve the lives of people suffering from it. We particularly thank Dr. Rabiner from Duke Uni­ver­sity for writing many of these articles. What is ADHD? What kind of attention is involved in ADHD? ADHD may be considered as a problem in the willful control of attention as opposed to a pure deficit in the ability to pay attent... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4848048 Fri, 20 May 2011 20:02:10 +0100 4848048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841757&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ftreatments-for-adhd-beware-of-new-unproven-treatments-and-choose-tried-and-tested-ones.php Did you know that a new diagnostic tool for ADHD is approved by the FDA? It is based on a child’s response or three critical areas of ADHD such as hyperactivity, impulsivity and attention span. A child is fixed up with electrodes and has to respond to geometric patterns on the screen. The device is supposed to measure how the child reacts. It is called the Quotient System and can be used in conjunction with all the other data that we need to make a proper ADHD diagnosis. That sounds promising but a quick and complete fifteen minute test like that is a long way off before we can use it for deciding on treatments for ADHD. There is a claim now in some circles that ADHD can be treated by using travel sickness medications and some Vitamins. The advocates claim that there is a connection ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841757 Wed, 18 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4841757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841759&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnutrition-can-be-the-cause-of-addadhd.php The connection between ADD/ADHD and nutrition is accepted as fact. Ever since the late 1970’s, suspicions on whether nutrition could be related to ADD/ADHD has been explored by researchers. Now that the fact has been established, this important link continues to be misunderstood by nutritionist, medical professional as well as individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. The Studies There have been literally thousands of studies that have investigated the connection between nutrition and ADD/ADHD. A majority of these studies have been conducted by reputable learning institutions and medical facilities. Many of these experts have found a definitive connection between nutrition and ADD/ADHD and this connection has been documented in numerous published studies. Information on only a few of thes... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841759 Tue, 17 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4841759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841762&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Funcover-the-cause-of-adhd.php Parents usually blame themselves when their child has ADHD but currently scientists believe that structural changes in the brain may be the cause.   The ADHD causes may be affected by, but are not caused by;• Television• video games• sugar or other foods• food allergies• bad parenting• bad schools or teaching• disruptive home life   Researchers have identified factors that may play a role:   • Biological issues could be the cause.   Scientists have been studying the brain and there is a link between the ability to pay continuous attention and the activity level in the brain.  New tools and techniques for studying the brain have been developed so scientists have been able to test more theories about ADHD causes. • The areas in the brain that control attentio... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841762 Mon, 16 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4841762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829097&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-adhd-real.php As a parent whose child was diagnosed with ADHD six months ago, I am still grappling with the understanding of this disorder. My greatest worry is, if this disorder is for real or just a fad; an imagined problem. According to Gregory Fitz who is a Medical Director at Bradley hospital, ADHD is non existent as a psychiatric disorder in a real sense, but it is more of a mislabeling of childhood behavior that is actually normal (ADHD Report). This label is promulgated by parents who are ineffectual, as well as pharmaceuticals and teachers who are incompetent. I would like to conduct research to determine if there is, indeed, proof of ADHD as real disorder. The biggest question that one grapples with is whether to medicate or not. There are so many varieties of drugs currently being used to tre... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829097 Mon, 16 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4829097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829098&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcan-sleep-decrease-adhd-symptoms-we-think-so-2.php When it comes to ADHD and the symptoms of ADD and ADHD, to many it seems there is really no way to avoid any of the symptoms that come with ADHD. However, recent research has shown that getting proper amounts of sleep can decrease certain ADHD symptoms and this is what we will discuss. It’s not just kids who drive many individuals crazy with ADD and ADHD symptoms but also adults. To those who are currently dealing with this, it is obviously of no surprise. But for those who seem to have less and less hope of gaining control of the ADD and ADHD symptoms, maintaining a regular sleep cycle may really help those with ADD. However, modern research has shown that the same chemicals involved with heightened emotions during sleep and REM in general also affect those with ADHD. These chemical... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829098 Sat, 14 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4829098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829102&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-bullying-and-the-risk-of-becoming-bullies.php A number of experts believe that bullying is a major source of school stress among kids of all ages. Bullying was once thought to be an annoying but inevitable rite of passage, but now parents and teachers understand that it can inflict lifelong emotional damage on its victims. Although no child is exempt from being bullied, children who are considered different are at higher risk for being victims. For kids with ADHD, bullying can affect them two ways. Their quirks and learning difficulties increase the possibility of being bullied, but current research shows that children with ADHD have the potential to become bullies themselves. Who becomes a bully? The stereotyped image of a bully is an overweight boy who torments younger, skinnier boys. However, bullies come in all shapes, sizes, and ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829102 Fri, 13 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4829102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829103&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-%25e2%2580%2593-recent-research-discoveries-make-a-compelling-case-for-homeopathic-remedies.php For well over a decade now prescription stimulants and non-stimulant pharmaceuticals have been heralded as the only real medical treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. This conclusion is  based primary on their estimated 70 percent success rate along with research establishing the cause of ADHD as a neurotransmitter imbalance in the brain primarily driven by the brain chemical dopamine. But recent research conducted partly by the National Institute of Health (NIH) may soon make the medical community take pause before prescribing such harsh stimulant ADHD medications. The findings I am talking about didn’t dispute the fact that brain chemicals such as dopamine and norepinephrine cause ADHD symptoms such as inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, restlessness, along ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829103 Thu, 12 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4829103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813488&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnew-adhd-research-the-benefits-of-getting-the-right-type-of-treatment.php While there is little doubt now that the genetic link for ADHD is a major player in the cause of this mental disorder, new ADHD research suggests that the health of the pregnant mother may also play a determining role. Results from a very interesting study at the Institute of Psychiatry at King’s College, London, suggest that stress together with anxiety or depression during pregnancy could account for up to 15% of ADHD cases. The study was a fairly small one which involved about 1,700 mothers. In the latest ADHD research from Norway, the reasons why a woman might suffer a pre birth depression could be linked to not getting enough support from their spouses or partners. This particular study was organized by The Norwegian Institute of Public Health. In some interesting new ADHD rese... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813488 Wed, 11 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4813488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813490&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcauses-of-adhd-in-children-and-safe-effective-treatment-options.php Has science finally determined the causes of ADHD in children? And if so, are there certain things that you should make sure your child avoids. What are the best treatment options with the healthiest outcomes and fewest side effects? In this article, you’ll learn what you need to know to help your child with this disorder. Since cases of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder have skyrocketed in the last two decades, you would think that we’d know what causes it by now. Certainly, parents are asking what are the causes of ADHD in children, so they can help their kids, but many parents wonder if scientists are more focused on coming up with drugs that just mask the symptoms, rather than getting to the heart of this problem. While the causes of ADHD in children may still be up... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813490 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4813490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813489&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhat-is-the-best-solution-for-adhd.php Life is full of paradoxes and medicines are no exception. Let me explain. ADHD children are put on powerful mind altering drugs (amphetamines, actually!) and guess what one of the side effects is ? Insomnia, good old ‘didn’t get a wink of sleep’. Childhood is associated with sweet dreams and ’sleeping like a baby’. Yet for the ADHD child, who already is having problems in getting to sleep because he cannot get rid of all that hyperactivity all day long, he is dealt a double whammy. Hardly the best solution for ADHD! Isn’t modern medicine wonderful ? I could go on and on but I will not, because I want to concentrate on what is or may be the best solution for ADHD. There is an interesting research paper done by three well known respected scientists in the ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813489 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4813489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4803329&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2F4-top-tips-to-help-you-choose-a-natural-adhd-remedy.php Did you know that over 2 million children in the US may have ADHD and that only half of them are getting proper treatment? The majority of those treated are on ADHD meds and some have alarming side effects. Many parents are justifiably worried and are getting much more savvy about a natural ADHD remedy. I want to outline in this article four tips to help you choose a natural ADHD treatment which is right for your child. There is no cure for ADHD Whatever treatment you opt for, whether it is ADHD meds or a natural ADHD remedy, there is no cure. The first tip then is how to choose a way of managing this condition without compromising your child’s health and wellness. Some of the ADHD meds have an effect on the child’s appetite and sleep patterns. That will be the first criteria ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4803329 Sun, 08 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4803329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4797837&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-adhd-diet.php There has been increasing research with respect to the ADHD diet and other aspects of nutrition that may be involved in the successful treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The nutritional management of ADHD is one aspect that has been relatively neglected to date, but food additives, refined sugars, food sensitivities or allergies, and fatty acid deficiencies have all been linked to ADHD. There is increasing evidence that many children with behavioral problems are sensitive to one or more food components that can negatively impact their behavior. We know that food has a tremendous impact on mood states. Consider the infamous ’sugar crash’ or how sluggish one feels soon after consuming a large, greasy meal. Conversely, think about the alertness and energy one f... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4797837 Sat, 07 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4797837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4797838&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fbest-adhd-solutions-taking-a-less-blinkered-approach-is-often-the-best-way.php Many parents worry about what are the best ADHD solutions and usually end up thinking about psychostimulants and behavior therapy. It seems to end there and that, in my view is a narrow approach because there are many facets to this mental condition and I want to look at some of them here. Did you know that white noise, such as the noise of an electric fan or quiet rushing sounds such as waves on a beach, can actually help ADHD kids to concentrate and also to sleep better? This research, which needs to be developed much further, is just another aspect to consider when worrying about what may be the best ADHD solutions. Research carried out by Stockholm University seems to indicate that white noise actually helped brain activity and ADHD kids who had this noise in the background certainly p... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4797838 Fri, 06 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4797838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4794952&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-treatment-looking-at-the-issues-to-decide-which-treatment-can-give-your-child-a-better-chance.php Did you know that as there is a strong genetic link in ADHD, it is quite possible that one of the parents of an ADHD child may be suffering from the condition herself? That means that if it has gone undiagnosed for all those years, the chances of her using effective parenting skills to help her ADHD child are very slim indeed. Her own problems in coping and organizing the family and home may well compromise the ADHD treatment she has decided for her child. In the UK, the number of children and teenagers with ADHD seems to oscillate between 5% and 10%., while cases of severe ADHD may be around 1%. Some people claim that ADHD treatment can be dealt with by carefully controlling your children’s diet. A good diet makes sense anyway to avoid diabetes and obesity but to claim that it can a... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4794952 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4794952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789462&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-medicate-or-meditate.php There is growing concern about negative side effects and long-term health outcomes associated with ADHD medications. Groundbreaking research is showing the effectiveness of the Transcendental Meditation technique as a non-drug approach to treating ADHD.  ADHD and the brain Neuroscientists and researchers tell us that an imbalance in brain functioning can cause ADHD symptoms. The the brain is made up of millions of cells that continually talk to each other, sending signals across the gaps between brain cells. The messenger molecules that carry these signals are called neurotransmitters. The neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin regulate thinking, hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattentiveness, memory, emotions, and depression. How medications work The active ingredients i... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789462 Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4789462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789464&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-in-children-prescription-medications-v-natural-remedies.php While there is, of course, a place for prescription medication in certain cases of ADHD, you must give careful consideration regarding possible side effects.  The use of any stimulant medications in  children under age 6 is not recommended.  So please ensure you discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of giving these medications to your child. It is strongly advised that all parents thoroughly research any suggested prescription drugs before commencing the treatment on their child.  Making sure that the following criteria are fully investigated: common uses, cautions, possible side effects, overdose, additional information, and major drug interactions. In America, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are still investigating the side effects of particular prescription ADHD dru... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789464 Tue, 03 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4789464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4780396&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-diet-a-main-adhd-cause-recent-research-on-other-causes.php Just imagine if there was one main ADHD cause! That would make life simpler if it were due to genetic factors, or diet, or the environment or conditions during pregnancy. It could have something to do with the structure of the brain and the chemical imbalances involved in the neurotransmitters. Actually, it is a combination of all the above, just to make life more complicated and no main ADHD cause has ever been identified. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has done research on diet and it seems that certain dietary supplements can be a help in lessening the symptoms of ADHD. Omega 3 fatty acids and Vitamin B, plus fewer processed foods all seems to help although the NIH estimate that only about 5% of ADHD children are actually helped by diet and they seem to fall into the food aller... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4780396 Mon, 02 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4780396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4775499&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-new-research-gives-families-hope-and-more-treatment-choices.php The results from ADHD new research has been giving kids and parents new hope. What was originally seen as a behavior problem is now viewed as a medical condition with real symptoms. As a result, a variety of treatments have been studied so that parents and physicians can better address children’s needs. The new studies for ADHD have looked at this disorder and determined multiple treatment modalities that can give a better overall result. While some parents believe that stimulants and other drugs are the only solution, other parents are using biofeedback, a good diet and natural remedies with great success. The reason prescription medications are so well known is that they are advertised in the media and promoted more often by the medical establishment. One of the alternatives tha... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4775499 Sun, 01 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4775499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4771238&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-connection-between-food-allergies-and-adhd.php ADHD Austin uses a different approach for your child.Do hypersensitivity result in conduct difficulties? You may have heard of several conflicting info about hyperactive diets. There are many mothers and fathers who swear that diet regime modify has assisted their child’s ADHD, but most physicians and researchers deny that food items allergies or sensitivities can result in the habits linked with ADHD, presumably their very own conclusions based on research. As a result, the presumption of hypersensitivity creating ADHD behaviors really should depend on whether or not their scientific tests about ADHD and diet regime have been developed appropriately. Even so, according to the research, most research display no romantic relationship in between a hyperactive diet regime and ADHD. Most... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4771238 Sun, 01 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4771238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4771241&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-adhd-medication-a-permanent-solution-or-a-permanent-damage.php  Parents of children who show symptoms of ADHD find it very difficult to tackle the problem and so rely on the available ADHD medication to reduce them. Though the medications definitely work to reduce the symptoms, they also cause a lot of harm to the child. Read this article to know all about the harmful side-effects of the chemical ADHD medications. Research has shown that the prescription drugs like Concerta and Vyvanse, which are used in the treatment of ADHD, work well to reduce the symptoms of ADHD. They even work quickly and the child is soon free of the symptoms. They also are able to concentrate on their work and have a greater control over themselves. However, while all this sounds positive, the truth behind this illusion is that these medicines do more harm than good. On one h... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4771241 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4771241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4768127&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fhomeopathic-remedies-for-adhd-a-realistic-option-for-both-short-and-long-term-symptoms-management.php Homeopathic remedies for ADHD has been gaining popularity in recent years. Perhaps this shift to a more natural solution has to do with the possibility of both long and short-term addition, or maybe prescription medications failed to produce results (30% of the time), or perhaps the realization that prescription medications only mask ADHD symptoms such as inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity was a factor. Homeopathic remedies for ADHD – What are they anyway? The science of homeopathy is known for safety and is the use of diluted natural ingredients to cure, manage, and heal a myriad of different conditions and diseases, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Some homeopathic remedies for ADHD only contain a few well researched ingredients while others take a broader a... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4768127 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4768127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4762856&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fwhy-choose-adhd-natural-supplements-just-one-weapon-in-treating-adhd.php Researchers have shown over and over again that the typical ADHD child seems to have certain nutritional deficiencies and that these are contributing to the worsening of symptoms, rather than curing them. This is why diet and nutrition are just one way of treating ADHD and why ADHD natural supplements are such a hot topic right now on ADHD and parenting forums. Research at the University of South Australia also bears this out and they refer in great detail to the lack of Omega 3 fatty acids which are helpful for brain function. That means lots of fish like herring, salmon and mackerel which are not exactly children’s favorites! There also seems to be a deficiency in essential minerals such as zinc and magnesium. The best answer that most parents have found is that they can supplement... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4762856 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4762856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4758851&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-%25e2%2580%2593-looking-for-causes-on-the-way-to-finding-solutions.php Recently one of my neighbors stopped by to chat about some neighborhood issues. In the middle of the conversion he changed course completely and informed me that he thought he might have ADHD. After that he went on to clue me in to his theory that he thought he might have gotten the condition from breathing paint fumes while doing a little touch up work around the house. My experience above may sound a little weird but it seems like almost everyone believes they have at least at touch of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and the causes seems to get more bizarre by the day. I have almost gotten to point where I believe that if a space alien showed up at my front door the first thing he would say would be ‘ You know I have ADHD’. The truth about attention deficit hy... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4758851 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4758851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4753838&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcan-sleep-decrease-adhd-symptoms-we-think-so.php When it comes to ADHD and the symptoms of ADD and ADHD, to many it seems there is really no way to avoid any of the symptoms that come with ADHD. However, recent research has shown that getting proper amounts of sleep can decrease certain ADHD symptoms and this is what we will discuss. It’s not just kids who drive many individuals crazy with ADD and ADHD symptoms but also adults. To those who are currently dealing with this, it is obviously of no surprise. But for those who seem to have less and less hope of gaining control of the ADD and ADHD symptoms, maintaining a regular sleep cycle may really help those with ADD. However, modern research has shown that the same chemicals involved with heightened emotions during sleep and REM in general also affect those with ADHD. These chemical... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4753838 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4753838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4747757&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fnew-study-on-adhd-treatment-can-pine-bark-reduce-adhd-symptoms-in-children.php ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is commonly diagnosed among children, particularly those in the United States. Drug medications such as Ritalin, Adderall and Trileptal are often prescribed to help alleviate ADHD symptoms. Most of these medications have mild to severe side-effects and can become habit-forming. A new research study has found that pine bark extract, marketed as Pycnogenol, may be an effective ADHD treatment. Pycnogenol has been shown to reduce hyperactivity in children. It also helped to improve focus and attention span and aided motor skills coordination in the children tested. Pycnogenol is a natural herbal supplement which has long been used to reduce stress. It is known for its strong antioxidant properties. It actually serves to extend the antioxidant pr... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4747757 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4747757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4747760&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffight-adhd-naturally-and-help-your-child-be-more-attentive.php Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder emerged in scientific research at the turn of the 20th century when Dr. George Still was introduced to a disobedient, troubled, nine year-old boy. Today, research still just touches the edge of this serious disorder, but our understanding has steadily grown throughout the 20th century. Dr. Still believed that ADHD is not just the result of bad parenting, but also of some sort of condition in the brain. The symptoms that comprised ADHD were considered minimal brain dysfunction or minimal brain damage in the 1940s or 1950s, while others called it hyperactivity. By 1987, scientists were referring to the condition as ADHD. Today, no one has yet to pinpoint the exact cause of ADHD, but there has been some interesting research that has lead to the discove... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4747760 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4747760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744865&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-causes-a-guide-for-parents-on-the-latest-research.php Parents are not the only people who are puzzled by the cause of ADHD. Scientists and doctors have not been able to pinpoint exact ADHD causes but they have identified some factors which may cause this behaviour disorder in children and may also contribute to exacerbating ADHD symptoms. The Genetic Link Research shows that if ADHD is present in the family ,then a child has a greater chance of suffering from this condition. If a parent has ADHD himself/herself then the child has a 70% chance of having ADHD. Many parents do not know that they have ADHD and only discover it when they have their child diagnosed. Once it is diagnosed, instead of using this label as a curse, use it as a challenge and remind your child that s/he has great potential. After all, Einstein, Beethoven, Tom Crui... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744865 Fri, 22 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4744865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4742540&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-amp-add.php This article is taken from Neways PrimeTime magazine No. 45. September – October 2002 and explains much about ADD %26 ADHD.   Tony Dickinson shares his views and experiences with these ever increasing disorders.   Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperkinetic Disorder (ADHD) are ever-increasing problems and seem to be systematic of so-called sophisticated societies. However, the terms are frequently used loosely without any clear-cut diagnosis. The difference is primarily one of terminology but the most common ‘catch all’ clinical diagnosis nowadays is ADHD. So, I will try to differentiate the two conditions.   ADD is the term used for adult or a bright child who has a low attention sp Read More (Source: Life With ADHD) Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4742540 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4742540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734355&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fancient-herbal-adhd-treatment-proven-in-hospital-study.php Researchers at Sheba Hospital in Tel Aviv, Israel, have developed a natural ADHD treatment, that has proven to be effective. The formula, popular in Israel, supplies the developing brain with essential nutrients, found to increase concentration and memory. The herbal formula, designed for the study, contains a blend of herbs, many of which are legendary for mental concentration and development. Modern research shows that these herbs contain biochemical treasures that boost concentration and memory. ‘The herbal formula nourishes, and normalizes the brain, rather than just provide temporary artificial stimulation’ said A.Levine RNMH, Clinical Herbalist and researcher. The four month ‘Double Blind Random Placebo’ research study, tested the results of the herbal formul... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734355 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4734355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734356&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fpopularity-of-adhd-natural-supplements-grows.php Parents who have ADHD children are well aware that many physicians choose prescription drugs as the first line of treatment instead of choosing a natural treatment of ADHD in children. Not only does this not address the root cause of the problem, many of these drugs worsen the symptoms or create harmful side effects. This is why more people are opting to use ADHD natural supplements to effectively reduce symptoms that their children may be experiencing. Holistic medical practitioners and many leading pediatric specialists are beginning to use organic ADHD natural supplements to treat ADHD symptoms. It is the decreased amounts of substances like fatty acids, dopamine, and norepinephrine that are responsible for the lack of focus and learning difficulties of many children. ADHD natural suppl... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734356 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4734356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734360&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-causes-and-symptoms-and-adhd-medications-and-diet-for-adhd.php ADHD is a disorder that affects children and adults and is a disorder that manifests in low attention spans. It is generally characterized by extremely short attention spans, impaired judgment, concentration problems, lack of organizational skills and forgetfulness. It is caused when there is a coordination failure in the part of the brain that controls the external stimulus. Read more on Hypertension Relief and Memory Booster and also visit on Herbal Supplements While you should consult a doctor for treating ADHD, you can also try a few home remedies to keep this disorder in check. But remember that medical help is essential and just depending on home remedies may not be advisable. However, you can supplement your medical treatment with home remedies. Diet for Adhd:If you suffer from ADHD... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734360 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4734360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734359&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-causes-%25e2%2580%2593-deciphering-the-100-year-mystery.php Determining ADHD causes remain elusive but today science has given us some solid theories about the ongoing mystery known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.  It wasn’t long ago that most researchers were convinced that allergies and sensitivities were one of the primary ADHD causes due to the ground breaking research of Benjamin Feingold. At the core of his research was artificial ingredients derived from petroleum produced ADHD. Today we know that the chemical Feingold was trying to eliminate is known as salicylate. Salicylate reduces the body’s ability to metabolize artificial color and flavors. Those with ADHD seem to struggle with metabolizing this ingredient anyway due to a deficiency in the PST enzyme. So today it is believed, that while allergies and sensitivities are... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734359 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4734359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4724066&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-there-one-primary-adhd-cause.php Trying to find the primary ADHD cause has proven to be more difficult than most researchers had bargained for since the condition was first officially recognized. Sometimes it seems as if the more we know the more confusing the search for the ADHD cause becomes. Nevertheless, brain scan technology along with diligent research has shed a great deal of light on what some thought to be a near impossible task not all that many years ago. Additionally, there are a number of contributing factors that make ADHD symptoms worse with diet being right at the top of the list. Such things  as consuming food colorings and other additives, not getting enough protein, pesticides ingested through fruits and vegetables, and eating too many foods which rank high on the glycemic index scale, are all factors ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4724066 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4724066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4724068&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fcontroversy-in-the-medical-community-concerning-medications-for-adhd.php The controversy of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is loaded with implications in the field of medicine. In the past, many children who were disruptive or loud were considered both difficult to discipline and undeserving of attention or they were the products of parents who did not know how to raise a child, and were pitied. Those children who were unable to focus while in school were labeled as slow learners and more often than not, looked down upon by others of the same age. Today, we have discussed that such behavior is often diagnosed as symptoms of ADHD. ADHD children are generally forgetful, disruptive, impulsive, easily distracted and hyperactive. More adults are being diagnosed with ADHD, since this ever-present condition continues into adulthood, shown by the inc... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4724068 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4724068 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4719984&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fchildren-with-adhd-unlocking-the-secrets-to-good-behavior-a-parenting-guide.php For the parents of a child with ADHD, everyday tasks turn into battles—from getting the child out the door in the morning to getting him to bed at night. My son was diagnosed with ADHD at age 6, so I remember what it was like to have a daily tug of war with an attention disordered child all too well. Parents look for help everywhere. They may read one book after another and hear a parade of behavioral experts speak who give them parenting tips that don’t seem to work. The more books they read and experts they seek out, the worse their child’s behaviorseems to get. ‘ADHD is a ‘brain difference.’ Your child’s brain works differently than 95% of his peers. So ‘one size fits all’ parenting techniques won’t necessarily fit your child.&#821... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4719984 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4719984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4714896&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Funcovering-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-or-adhd.php In today’s world, the mass media is one of the most powerful sources of information. These have enabled people access and research any subject within a few seconds. One of the most researched subjects is medicine and diseases which are lesser known of. Thus diseases like the ADHD are one of the most researched and looked up. ADHD is a disease which mainly affect and is a neurological disorder. What is ADHD? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a disease which affects people, mainly children, with respect to aspects like impulsivity, hyperactivity, inattentivity and boredom. However there is a controversy surrounding ADHD which states that ADHD cannot be diagnosed and that there are no proper and well defined medical tests to diagnose ADHD. ADHD can also be defined as ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4714896 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4714896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709292&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fmeditation-helps-students-with-adhd-new-study.php The Transcendental Meditation technique may be an effective and safe non-pharmaceutical aid for treating ADHD, according to a promising new study published this month in the peer-reviewed online journal Current Issues in Education. The pilot study followed a group of middle school students with ADHD who were meditating twice a day in school. After three months, researchers found over 50 percent reduction in stress and anxiety and improvements in ADHD symptoms. %26lt;b%26gt;Effect exceeds expectations%26lt;/b%26gt; ‘The effect was much greater than we expected,’ said Sarina J. Grosswald, Ed.D., a George Washington University-trained cognitive learning specialist and lead researcher on the study. ‘The children also showed improvements in attention, working memory, organizat... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709292 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4709292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4704790&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fare-you-aware-of-natural-supplements-for-adhd.php If you are the parent of a child with ADHD then you know there are good days and bad days when your child is able to control their behavior and days when they cannot. You have talked to your doctor and chances are greater than not that your doctor has prescribed one of the traditional medications used to help those with ADHD. I am sure that you have taken the time to read the information about those prescription medications. You are probably wondering if there are other options available that do not have as many side effects. The answer is yes, though your MD might not tell you about them. The option is natural supplements for ADHD. Look, the bottom line is that while some of the medications can help with symptoms, they do not help address the cause. Also it is possible for the medications... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4704790 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4704790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4704792&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-commonly-diagnosed-disorder-in-children-study-links-childhood-deaths-and-stimulants.php Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD or ADHD) is a neuron behavioral developmental disorder. It is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorder in children affecting about 3 to 5% of children globally with symptoms starting before seven years of age. It is characterized by a persistent pattern of impulsiveness and inattention, with or without a component of hyperactivity. ADHD is diagnosed twice as frequently in boys as in girls, though studies suggest this discrepancy may be due to subjective bias. ADHD is generally a chronic disorder with 30 to 50% of those individuals diagnosed in childhood continuing to have symptoms into adulthood. As they mature, adolescents and adults with ADHD are likely to develop coping mechanisms to compensate for their impairment. Though previous... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4704792 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4704792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696775&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-new-research-what-every-parent-needs-to-know.php ADHD new research has branched out into areas such as physical exercise combined with animal therapy. In Israel they have conducted research on therapeutic horseback riding or equine therapy aimed at injured people with disabilities but also for ADHD children. The idea of marrying a physical activity with therapy, making it above all an enjoyable experience is not so new in treating various ailments. But it is fairly new for ADHD. The experience of being with an animal in a therapeutic partnership, provides the patient with warmth, and physical affinity. It is the rhythmic motion of the horse which can have a positive effect on the rider’s mind in a positive and optimistic way. In this way the ADHD child can develop better communication skills, listening skills, self esteem and also ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696775 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4696775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696773&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fdiscover-the-facts-about-adhd-nutrition.php Have you read about this recently, that more and more research is pointing toward nutritional deficiencies as a contributing factor toward ADHD? In particular, ADHD nutrition appears to be linked to a deficiency in essential fatty acids, or EFAs, and amino acids. Researchers first tied ADHD with lower essential fatty acid levels in 1981. Studies involving EFA blood levels in children with behavioral problems in 1983 confirmed this ADHD nutrition connection. Researchers in a 1987 study again documented the EFA deficiency tie to ADHD. Then in 1995, a study involving ADHD boys and boys without ADHD showed that the ADHD boys had significantly lower levels of Omega-3 fatty acids. ADHD nutrition studies by Purdue University researchers in 1996 found that boys with low blood levels of Omega-3 fat... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696773 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4696773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693396&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fconfusion-over-adhd-behavior.php This article will attempt to bring a little clarity into the debate and help clean up the mess and confusion made by this academic pie fight. There are researchers in the middle ground between the extremes who are changing the paradigm of what ADH Read More (Source: Life With ADHD) Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693396 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4693396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693395&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fattitude-change-and-adhd.php http://www.articlesbase.com/mental-health-articles/attitude-change-and-adhd-3393654.html</ Read More (Source: Life With ADHD) Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693395 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4693395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684562&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fis-adhd-hereditary.php Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is turning out to be one of the most important, and common, problems of the developed world in this century. The only reason the developing world lags behind in the matter of ADHD cases and frequency of occurrence is presumably the lower levels of awareness and hence diagnosis in these countries. Children once known as the “enfant terrible”s of their family or class, are now adults who are discovering the same traits in their kids, and others. Suddenly, these erstwhile problem children are being forced to ask themselves, is ADHD hereditary? If you have finally realized that the source of some of your major lifelong problems is ADHD, and if you see the same traits in your kid, realizing that the same set of problems awaits her in her future; now ... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684562 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4684562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684564&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fresearch-methods.php Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approach: Powlin V. Manuel MD, MBA Approaches to research questions vary based on the nature of the question, the research problem being addressed, the source of data, the significance of the project, and purpose of the study. Research methods are qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods.  In qualitative study the researcher identifies a single main phenomenon, mentions the strategy of enquiry, the participants, and research site; in quantitative study the researcher states the theory, the variables and their relationship and comparison (Creswell, 2009). Quantitative research may include experimental strategies of inquiry, and pre-and post-test measures of attitudes and represents the post-positive worldview; qualitative research is cond... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684564 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4684564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4676948&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Ffor-adhd-adult-patients-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-plus-medication-better-than-medication-alone.php For ADHD Adult Patients, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Plus Medication Better Than Medication Alone An adult with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who takes targeted medication combined with 1-on-1 sessions of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) is likely to experience significantly greater improvement of symptoms compared to an ADHD adult patient who only has the medication, according to research published in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association), August 25th issue,2010 The authors wrote: Approximately 4.4% of adults in the United States have ADHD, which is a disorder characterized by impairing levels of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Medications have been the primary treatment; however, many adults with ADHD cannot or will not take medications whil... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4676948 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4676948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4676949&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-and-supplements.php It is startling to know that 3 to 7 percent of children in the US suffer from ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This means it affects over 2 million children in America, that is, one in every class of 25 would have ADHD. This condition is usually diagnosed in the pre-school and early school years. Children with these symptoms are unusually fidgety and restless. They could even have problems paying attention in school, waiting in lines or taking turns. Some children could be very aggressive. ADHD is usually diagnosed more in boys that girls, but that could be because girls tend to be quieter and less aggressive than boys. In girls it could manifest itself as talkativeness rather than aggression. The U.S. Surgeon General has defined ADHD as a metabolic form of encephalopathy.... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4676949 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4676949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4670233&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fadhd-which-herbs-are-beneficial.php This article reviews the current evidence for herbs and plant extracts that show any benefits when used as alternative therapies for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD in Children. Herbal and natural remedies range from Standardized Plant Extracts such as BE55, Sedative Herbs, Kava, Gingko Biloba and St. John’s Wort. Whilst scientific studies have been conducted in various mental disorders, reliable studies in ADHD are few. The current evidence points to Standardized Plant Extracts as a potential natural alternative for ADHD in children. Introduction Herbal remedies have been used for a long time for their sedative or anti-anxiety properties as well as their possible enhancement of memory and cognition. Some of the difficulties in assessing the potential of some of thes... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4670233 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4670233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4670232&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fhow-is-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-addadhd-diagnosed.php Assessing whether a certain individual is suffering from Attention Deficit with HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER or not is far harder than it appears to laymen like ourselves. This is because, not only does it’s symptoms largely overlap those of hyperthyroidism etc. they are also largely exhibited by ‘normal’ human beings some time or the other every single day. Therefore the first important step towards diagnosing the disease is to consult a trained health care provider regarding it. Things only seem scary when we are treading over ‘new ground’, so to speak. Take small but deliberate steps and a positive end will begin to appear on the horizion. Given that the defining factors of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER is still quite musty and vague diagnosing the problem is dif... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4670232 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4670232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664354&cid=t_96442_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fthe-truth-about-adhd-prescription-drugs.php Let’s look at some of the long acting ADHD prescription drugs. First you should know that most of these drugs, including the non-stimulant medications have side effects that may have serious consequences now and in the future for your child. I would like to start with Ritalin and Addreal. These are considered the long-acting stimulants because they can last 8-12 hours and are convenient because they can be taken just once a day. The thing that scares me are Ritalin’s warnings that this drug should not be given to children under 6 years of age and efficacy long term use of Ritalin in children are not yet available. But they have found that long-term used of stimulants in children have been suppression of growth, as in weight gain and or height. The common adverse reactions in ch... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664354 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4664354