Diagnosing and Treating Adults with ADHD
January 10, 2007 10:14

ADHD affects approximately 4 to 5 percent of the adult population and is characterized by persistent problems with inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These core symptoms lead to a wide range of impairments in adulthood, including lower educational... (Read Article)

Smoking Linked to ADHD
January 12, 2007 10:15

Evidence just keeps piling up to show smoking is bad for more people than just the smoker. A study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives confirmed that exposure to tobacco smoke before birth for the mothers who smoked while pregnant raised the rate of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The study also found a significant relationship between ADHD and childhood lead exposure.