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ADHD NEWS AND VIEWS

March 11, 2010

ECGs May Help Prevent Deaths in ADHD Kids

A new study suggests that giving ECGs to children who are taking stimulant

medications may save 13 children's lives out of every 400,000 screened.

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This Week's NewsSee all ADHD news

Challenging the Brain May Help People with MS, Autism, Stroke

Scientists have found that remedial reading training for children who are

poor readers causes the growth of white matter tracts in the brain. Read

more>

Marijuana May Boost Psychosis Risk

Australian researchers have found that the long-term use of marijuana can

lead to a higher risk of developing psychosis, hallucinations, and

delusions. Read more>

Two Pringles Chip Flavors Recalled

Both the Cheeseburger and Taco Night varieties of the chips are affected by

the recall, Proctor & Gamble officials report. Read more>

Fitness May Boost Kids' Grades

Study finds link between physical health and academic test scores. Read

more>

Vitamin D Strengthens the Immune System

Vitamin D appears to 'arm and trigger' a healthy immune system, a new Danish

study suggests. Read more>

14 Heart-Health Numbers You Should Know

Most people are aware that their blood pressure and cholesterol levels can

give important information about their heart, but experts say there are

other numbers that can be just as revealing about a person's cardiovascular

health. Read more>

Too Much Small Talk Linked to Unhappiness

Researchers in Great Britain have found that college-age kids whose parents

divorce are not bothered by the experience and are as happy as other

students. Read more>

Quiz of the Week

ADHD Screening Assessment

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to see what your behaviors or symptoms might indicate.

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News You Can Use

Salmonella Scare Prompts Wide Recall of Dips, Soups, Packaged Foods

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a wide recall of

packaged foods after finding traces of salmonella in a common ingredient.

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