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It is uncertain what the exact causes of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are, but medical and psychology experts suggest that there are specific factors closely associated with the disorder. Scientists believe that in addition to genetics, environmental factors can contribute to ADHD. Researches also believe that diet, traumatic brain injuries, and the patient's social environment play an important role.
GeneticsGenes are the "blueprints" which dictate what mental and physical qualities any given person carries. Experts believe that genes play a major part in who does, or does not, develop ADHD. Several genes have been identified as being responsible for ADHD, and being the case, future prophylactic (preventative) treatments for the disorder are being investigated. Studying these specific genes could also help scientists make improvement in the symptomatic treatment of ADHD.
Neurophysiology experts have conducted imaging studies which show that some children who carry these ADHD genes have thinner tissue in the areas of the brain which correlate with attention. This difference in the brain is not believed to be permanent, and a healthy level of thickness is usually achieved by early adulthood. This may explain why symptoms of ADHD more often than not improve with age.
Environmental FactorsSpecific environmental factors which may cause or antagonize ADHD include prenatal alcohol exposure, lead poisoning, and second hand cigarette smoke. For instance, some studies have shown a link that children who live in homes with older or outdated paint jobs and Plumbing have an increased chance of developing ADHD than in those who don't.
DietRecent research has shown a potential link between the intake of specific food additives including preservatives and artificial colors, and an increase in ADHD diagnoses. However, while the notion that sugars cause or aggravate ADHD in children has become popular, recent studies disprove this theory. Further research is being conducted to determine the exact role that nutrition plays in the development of ADHD.
Brain InjuriesSome children who suffered a traumatic brain injury exhibit behaviors which are not unlike those of ADHD. However, it is thought that only a fraction of children diagnosed with ADHD previously received any type of brain injury.
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What is the scientific name for attention deficit disorder?
The scientific name for attention deficit disorder is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
What does the medical abbreviation ADHD mean?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder .Attention Deficiet Hyperactivity Disorder-ADHD or Attention Deficiet Hyperactivity disorder Inattentive Type-old term ADD
What has the author Jennifer Crosbie written?
Jennifer Crosbie has written: 'Inhibition as a marker for a familial subgroup of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder' -- subject(s): Inhibition in children, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder 'Genetic risk and phenotypic variation in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder' -- subject(s): Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Genetic aspects, Genetic aspects of Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Phenotype
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What is Attention deficit Hyperactivity?
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities.
What has the author Michelle Cadoree written?
Michelle Cadoree has written: 'Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
What does ADHD sand for?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
What does attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have to do with sugar?
Nothing.
What is ADHD short for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What is HD ad?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What is the disorder where your hyper and you can't stop it?
ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What disease does Megan Fox have?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obssessive-compulsive disorder
