Autor: Clarice Peres

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and hypomanic symptoms appear to be associated with similar genetic factors. More than a quarter of the genetic risk factors for adolescent hypomanic traits were also associated with ADHD symptoms in childhood and adolescence, with hypomania-specific genetic risk factors detected. These findings suggest that ADHD and hypomanic symptoms are associated with shared genetic… Continuar lendo Association of Genetic and Environmental Risks for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder With Hypomanic Symptoms in Youths.

Can mindfulness meditation help children with ADHD? Students with ADHD showed promising symptom management and improvement in the classroom following mindfulness therapy sessions, potentially validating a standardized approach for treatment. http://www.revistatog.com/num26/pdfs/original1.pdf Mindfulness Meditation: ADHD Symptom Relief with Breath: Research suggests that mindful meditation for ADHD can train the brain to better concentrate and hold focus.… Continuar lendo Mindfulness Therapy Could Effectively Treat ADHD in Children.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is 1 of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood and can profoundly affect children’s academic achievement, well-being, and social interactions. The American Academy of Pediatrics first published clinical recommendations for evaluation and diagnosis of pediatric ADHD in 2000; recommendations for treatment followed in 2001. The guidelines were revised in 2011 and… Continuar lendo American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated ADHD guidelines: Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents