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Link between ADHD, vision impairment in children

A new study sheds light on a link between noncorrectable vision problems and ADHD in children. Results from a large survey of 75,000 children suggest an increased risk of ADHD among children with vision problems that are not correctable with glasses or contacts, such as color blindness or lazy eye, relative to other children. This finding suggests that children with vision impairment should be monitored for signs and symptoms of ADHD so that this dual impairment of vision and attention can best be addressed. Ref. Source 4b.

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Could a brain 'growth chart' spot attention problems early? New study suggests so

New research suggests that it might be possible to create a growth chart of brain networks that could identify early signs of attention difficulties and, potentially, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Ref. Source 3h.

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Heredity a major factor in ADHD, binge eating and alcohol dependence

It is mostly hereditary factors that lie behind adults with ADHD often developing alcohol dependence and binge eating, concludes new research. Since heredity plays such a large role, it is important that ADHD is treated at an early stage, and that measures are taken to prevent individuals developing these disorders later in life. Ref. Source 6e.

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Fewer indications of ADHD in children whose mothers took vitamin D during pregnancy

Children of mothers who took vitamin D during pregnancy with resultant high levels of the vitamin in the umbilical blood have fewer symptoms of ADHD at the age of 2½ years. Ref. Source 2k.

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While that is interesting to note I often wish to be living maybe 100 years into the future when we can probably say for certain what causes these things. Mean time parents struggle to keep their children calm.

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ADHD medication tied to lower risk for alcohol, drug abuse in teens and adults. The use of medication to treat attention deficient hyperactivity disorder is linked to significantly lower risk for substance use problems in adolescents and adults with ADHD, according to a new study. Source 4u.

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'Are we there yet?' Explaining ADHD science to children. Researchers reported their latest brain research on ADHD in a scientific journal targeting -- and peer-reviewed by -- children. Source 2z.

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Amid ADHD spike, doctors urge closer look at sleep issues. Amid a steady rise in the number of children diagnosed with ADHD, debate is brewing whether the condition may be a sleep disorder. Source 8j.