What in the world is epigenetics, and why is it important in the study of Attention Deficit Disorder? Genetic changes can affect whether a family's tendency toward ADD shows up in later generations. So, ADD might be caused, in part, by whether a person's grandmother smoked when she was pregnant.

It's probable that Attention Deficit Disorder in children involves both nature and nurture. There is both a strong genetic component and the environment also plays a role. A research team from UCLA and Denmark reported in JAMA Pediatrics that there could be a link between acetaminophen and ADD.

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A study reported in Science Daily was conducted by researchers at the University of Oslo. Their purpose was to see if the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder in specially bred rats were reduced by adding omega-3 fatty acids to the rats' diets. What implications are there for people with ADD?

When I look around at friends, family, and acquaintances with Attention Deficit Disorder, one commonality stands out. Most of us have pets who share our paths through life. Those various pets serve several important functions in our lives to help improve the negative symptoms of ADD.

When you find out that your child has Attention Deficit Disorder, for many people there will be a grieving stage. Then, find the hope. Look at the troublesome traits of ADD and figure out ways to use them in a positive manner. There is hope for kids who are growing into adulthood with ADD.

People with Attention Deficit Disorder may have a lot of problems getting to sleep. Find out about insomnia and what can be done about it.

Parents and teachers know that a potent reward can help a child with Attention Deficit Disorder to have better focus. Adults with ADD often learn to reward themselves to help focus. A study suggests that methylphenidate might help people with ADD to delay small, immediate rewards for larger ones.

When children with Attention Deficit Disorder are given a reason to move their bodies, good things can happen. Creativity may be increased. They are less bored. Increasing oxygen to the brain enhances their mind’s ability to focus. What’s the best part of this treatment? It’s child’s play!

Have you heard of the Sluggish Type of ADD? What is Sluggish Cognitive Tempo, and is it really a subset of Attention Deficit Disorder?