Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 101 IntroductionThis is a type of mental disorder, which occurs primarily in school-aged children but can also be diagnosed for the first time in the late teens esp, if some of its symptoms are left unnoticed It was once falsely thought that after puberty the children don’t need treatmentThese types of children are given special advantages under Section 54 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973DiagnosisThe disorder, as described in DSM IV-TR, is best characterized by three ...

Are all hair loss treatments just one big scam? The hair loss industry is not one that inspires great confidence in most people I have to admit this is perfectly understandable given the damage caused by the many rogues and charlatans who have abused the trust of far too many vulnerable people - people who have received worthless and even dangerous products or advice in exchange for their hard earned cash The end result is the prevalance of a stigma ...

Are You a Binge Eater? Ever wonder if you have a serious problem with binge eating?In the Harvard Mental Health Letter, I read a feature article about the treatment of bulimia and binge eatingBulimia is defined as 2 or more episodes of binge eating (consuming a large amount of food in 2 hours or less) at least twice a week for 3 months These episodes may be followed by vomiting or purging (with laxatives or diuretics) and may alternate with ...