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| Drugmaker says ADHD patch effective in teens Daytrana patch drugmaker Shire pharma says the drug is helpful and safe for adolescents with ADHD. |
| Q&A: Differences between ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome One reader of The Morning Call wants to help her nephews deal with their ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome diagnoses, but she is confused about the conditions. |
| Folate levels in pregnancy tied to ADHD Low folate levels in pregnancy may increase a child's risk of developing attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), experts say. |
| Ground beef recalled over E. coli illnesses The company says that each package carries the number "EST. 492" on the label. |
| Video gamers have problems paying attention Researchers say they plan to conduct more tests to determine if there is an optimal level of gaming that will help--and not harm--ADHD sufferers. |
| Tips for a safe Halloween The American Academy of Pediatrics offers this list of safety tips on treats, costumes, pumpkins, and trick-or-treating. |
| Childhood ADHD linked to criminal behavior in adults A new study has found that children who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to commit criminal acts as adults. |
| Can ADHD meds prompt mood swings, aggression? One parent wants to know if her child's mood swings and aggression could be caused by ADHD medication. |
| FDA: Watch out for fake swine flu remedies The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says consumers should be aware that there are many fake H1N1 flu remedies available online, including fake "Tamiflu" pills. |
| FDA offers advice on medication disposal The site gives particular emphasis to the disposal of opioid painkillers, which can be harmful or deadly if taken by someone other than the person for whom they were prescribed. |
| Plastics tied to aggression in young girls The plastics chemical bisphenol A (BPA) may be linked to aggression and hyperactivity in young girls, a new study suggests. |
| Antidepressant type may impact risk of suicidal thoughts A new study has found that men who take the antidepressant Aventyl are 10 times more likely to experience suicidal thoughts than men who take Lexapro. |
| Licorice during pregnancy linked to lower IQ, ADHD in kids Women who consume a great deal of licorice during pregnancy may adversely affect their children's intelligence and behavior, new research suggests. |
| Internet addiction linked to ADHD, depression in teens Teenagers who are depressed or who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more at risk for internet addiction, a new survey has found. |
| Teachers may be swayed by a child's reputation Researchers found that once teachers labeled a child as inattentive or hyperactive it was difficult to be seen as well-behaved later. |