How we know vaccines don’t cause autism – and why this belief persists!

The claim that “vaccines cause autism” first received its scientific backing by Andrew Wakefield’s now-retracted study in The Lancet, published in 1998. The study’s authors examined 12 children, who were reported to have gastrointestinal problems and pervasive developmental disorder. Based on the results of this study, Wakefield claimed to have discovered a link between the measles, mumps… Continuar lendo How we know vaccines don’t cause autism – and why this belief persists!

Inside the Aging ADHD Brain.

The latest research on how the ADHD brain changes over time. Plus the differences among normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, early dementia, and some classic attention deficit symptoms, and why it is never too late to be diagnosed and treated for ADHD. Like Zophia and John, most older ADHD adults have spent years trying to… Continuar lendo Inside the Aging ADHD Brain.

Neurofeedback for ADHD.

This alternative therapy uses real-time EEG data to help patients work to train their ADHD brains for intense focus, impulse control, and organized executive function. Studies are encouraging, but not conclusive. The brain is malleable. With frequent, intense practice, we may transform our brainwave activity. Over time, we can work to increase our ratio of faster… Continuar lendo Neurofeedback for ADHD.