Why Are Girls with ADHD at Risk of Obesity?
The incidence of ADHD has increased tremendously in the last few decades, as has obesity. New research shows there is a link between the two, especially for females.
Jumping in with Both Feet to Stop My Son’s Tics (Premium)
JIMMY’S DAD Last summer we changed our son’s daycare center to one closer to home. Jimmy, almost 3 years old now, had only been there a few weeks when we noticed that on occasion he […]
What’s the Role of the Neurotransmitter GABA in Tourette Syndrome?
Press release October 1, 2015: A chemical in the brain could potentially be harnessed to help young people with Tourette Syndrome (TS) to overcome the physical and vocal tics associated with the neurological disorder, say […]
18 Simple Ways to Limit Wireless Radiation Exposure
MARNE GLASER People are confused. On the one hand, they hear reports that there may be problems with cell phone radiation. On the other, they look around them and see excitement about every new wireless […]
How PANDAS Affects the Central Nervous System
Researchers have discovered how immune cells triggered by recurrent Strep A infections enter the brain, cause inflammation, and may lead to autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders in children, including PANDAS. Children with PANDAS exhibit high levels of […]
Meet Dave: The Inspiring Barber with Tourette Syndrome
Most people with Tourette’s would not even consider being a barber—a job clearly demanding steady hands. Yet, Dave has a loyal client following in Brooklyn at Tomcat’s Barbershop. Customers come for haircuts, specialty fades or […]
How to Learn and Memorize Anything Quickly (Premium)
Beyond 50 Radio featured an interview with Ricki Linksman, MS that contains valuable tops on how to improve learning skills. She teaches educators and parents on accelerated learning strategies and reading techniques. Her efforts have […]
Autism and Early Intervention: What You Need to Know
NANCY WISEMAN Editor: This is excerpted with permission from Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Essential Guidebook for the Newly Diagnosed Child, an excellent resource for parents. The reader-friendly yet detailed text covers what to do after a […]