Racial and ethnic disparities exist in ADHD diagnosis
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder of childhood, affecting an estimated 3-5% of school aged children. It affects...
Menopausal symptoms linked to bone health
In the U.S. 47 million women are of menopausal age, 19 million experience vasomotor symptoms, 9 million of whom experience moderate-to-severe symptoms. Vasomotor symptoms...
Extremely simple sniff test may diagnose autism
Early diagnosis of any disease condition can result in early intervention and improve outcome. Now, researchers at the Weizman Institute of Science in Israel...
Night shift work detrimental to your health
The term "rotational shiftwork" covers a wide variety of work schedules and implies that shifts rotate or change according to a set schedule according...
Pediatrician shows how to calm a crying infant instantly
Any parent will tell you there is nothing more frustrating or exhausting than a crying infant who can not be consoled. According to a...
A sense of purpose in life nurtures better health
Many people say they feel healthier when they have a sense of purpose in life. New research shows that having a sense of purpose...
Female domestic violence victims at a higher risk for mental health...
Women who are victims of domestic violence are at a greater risk for mental health disorders such as psychosis and depression as well as...
Bullied teens at higher risk for depression and suicidal thoughts
Teens who are the victims of bullying are more likely to report severe depression, are considering suicide, and carry weapons to school say several...
Homework trouble, anxiety, and anger may signal medical problems in kids
Parents are usually quick to notice physical symptoms of illness in their kids, but may not connect their children’s anxiety or temper tantrums with...
Short periods of exercise may offset the effects of inactivity on...
Children who take short walks during sedentary periods can lower their blood sugar and fats, and insulin, says a study by the National Institute...
Naturally detox your armpits in a weekend before switching to natural...
In increasing numbers, smart shoppers are waking up to the fact that many of the products we've used for our whole lives are filled...
Children today have worse health than previous generations, say many US...
More than half of American adults believe that children have worse mental health, have less quality family time, and are more stressed than past...