ADHD
Study links childhood ADHD traits to higher odds of physical illness and disability by midlife
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A decades-long UK cohort study following 10,930 people born in 1970 found that children who showed more attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) traits at age 10 had higher odds of multiple self-reported physical health conditions and physical health–related disability by age 46. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, suggests smoking, psychological distress and higher body mass index partly help explain the link, and highlights the need for better identification and support across adulthood.
Irish Olympic showjumper Darragh Kenny is set to return to international competition next month after completing a four-month provisional suspension related to a human anti-doping case. The suspension stemmed from a positive test for medication prescribed for his ADHD during last summer's European Showjumping Championships. A final agreement with the FEI allows him to resume riding on 12 February.
Imeripotiwa na AI
A large-scale genetic analysis has revealed that reducing levels of specific Homer1 gene variants in mice improves attention by quieting brain activity. The research, published in Nature Neuroscience, suggests this approach could lead to novel treatments for ADHD and related disorders. The effect is most pronounced during a critical developmental period in adolescence.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects nearly 6% of school-aged youth in France. With early intervention, it does not hinder a child's success. Psychoeducation is crucial for proper diagnosis and support.