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Foraging in Human Behaviour and ADHD Traits!
Latest study explores ADHD traits as foraging advantages of human behavior. Researchers looked at how people choose whether to stay in a resource area or leave to find a new one, similar to how animals forage for food. They tested whether individuals with qualities similar to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to…
Weighing the Risks: ADHD Medication and Cardiovascular Disease
Potential cardiovascular risks are associated with ADHD medication. Prevalence of ADHD and the increasing use of medication to treat it, require a discussion. Although the short-term effectiveness of ADHD medications has been demonstrated, the long-term cardiovascular effects remain unclear. Observational studies show mixed findings regarding the association between ADHD medication and serious cardiovascular outcomes. There…
Chemicals Like Lead Increase The Risk of Developing ADHD
Have you ever wondered the effect of being exposed to certain chemicals before birth and during childhood? According to the latest research, it may increase the chance of developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The researchers looked at lots of studies to see if there’s a link between chemical exposure and ADHD. Exposure to chemicals like lead,…
Ultra-Processed Foods Intake During Pregnancy Linked To ADHD
Pregnancy is a crucial check point in human physiology. Every food item consumed has the ability to affect pregnancy outcomes positively or negatively. Previous literature have revealed association of exposure to phthalates with cardiometabolic risk factors in children and adolescents. What is the impact of food consumed during pregnancy? The research paper investigated the relationship…
Can ADHD Screening Distinguish Anxiety?
Prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults, indicating that it is not as rare as previously thought. Global 12-month prevalence rates range from 2.5% to 3.6%. There is significant overlap between clinical anxiety and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults, with above-average rates of ADHD among those with clinical anxiety. Likelihood of Misdiagnosis Some individuals may…
CDC Publishes Trends of ADHD Diagnoses among 5-17 for US
In the latest publication, CDC revealed latest trends of increasing ADHD diagnoses in comparison to residential areas in the US. This is a quick summary of a part of the comprehensive survey: National Health Interview Survey, 2020-2022. Current brief talks about diagnosis rates in 5 to 17 years olds for ADD and ADHD. In the…
NHRC Urges Center For Report on Neurodevelopmental Disorders Following Petition
After persistent effort by Human Rights’ Activist, Petitioner, and Lawyer Radhakanta Tripathy, National Human Rights Commision has taken into account the invisible suffering of neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adults. It has prompted the Center to produce a report within 6 weeks to analyse what actions are being taken. The directive was issued by NHRC…
Neurodiversity: Traits, Commonalities, and Implications
Published on 1st February, 2024 in JCPP Advances Neurodiversity is characterized by both general “neurodiversity” and variability in traits that are more condition specific, serving as a potential valuable tool for understanding the highly variable experiences and needs of people with a neurodevelopmental diagnosis. Transdiagnostic Approach to Neurodiversity A recent research paper focused on a…
Electrophysiology of Attention in ADHD
Published on 10th January 2024 in Applied Psychophysiological Biofeedback Understanding Rhythmic Attention A robust body of evidence has emerged, confirming the presence of rhythmic fluctuations in attention. However, a critical aspect was unexplored: the impact of inter-individual variations in these attentional rhythms. This article delves into the intricacies of rhythmic attention and its connection to…
Navigating Adult ADHD through Psychoeducation
Published on 25/01/2024 in BMC Psychiatry Latest scoping review suggests establishing a understanding of psychoeducation for Adult ADHD and involving them in the development.. Highlights 1. The scoping review identified 10 studies out of 2121 records that focused on psychoeducation interventions for adults with ADHD, with most studies conducted in Europe in a group format.…
