Autism spectrum disorders
Noise-cancelling headphones, earplugs and earmuffs—do they really help neurodivergent people?
Noise can make it hard to concentrate, especially for people who are extra sensitive to it.
May 27, 2024
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Attention deficit disorders
Sweden orders review after 'explosion' of ADHD cases
Sweden is seeing "an explosion" of ADHD cases among children that has put it far above the global average, the government said Friday as it ordered a review to find out why.
May 24, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Can pink noise enhance sleep and memory? Early research drives a color noise buzz
You may have heard of white noise used to mask background sounds. Now, it has colorful competition.
May 20, 2024
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Attention deficit disorders
Researchers investigate if pharmacological treatment of ADHD reduces criminality
A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry found that pharmacological treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) reduced violence- and public-order related crimes. ...
May 14, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New research reveals urgent need for integrated care in pediatric epilepsy
Findings from the Kennedy Krieger Institute emphasize the critical importance of integrated care for children with epilepsy and co-occurring psychiatric issues, shedding light on the negative effects of fragmented care. Expertise ...
May 13, 2024
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Health
The pros and cons of daily caffeine intake
Whether it's brewing a cup of coffee at home, ordering a specialty $6 latte from a local coffee shop or cracking open a Red Bull on the way to the gym, the consensus is clear: The prevalence of the caffeinated beverage industry ...
May 7, 2024
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Neuroscience
Exploring how the human brain stores and preserves information
Research into how the human brain stores information could lead to treatments for people who struggle with everyday tasks.
May 6, 2024
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Medications
Despite a 10-fold increase in ADHD prescriptions, too many New Zealanders are still going without
The number of people accessing medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in Aotearoa New Zealand increased significantly between 2006 and 2022. But the disorder is still underdiagnosed and under-treated ...
May 3, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Staying fit boosts kids' mental health
The benefits of physical fitness for kids spill over into their mental health, new research shows.
Apr 30, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
What is pathological demand avoidance?
"Charlie" is an eight-year-old child with autism. Her parents are worried because she often responds to requests with insults, aggression and refusal. Simple demands, such as being asked to get dressed, can trigger an intense ...
Apr 29, 2024
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