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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors that causes problems with focus and self control. It affects children… What is attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors. It used to also be called attention deficit disorder…

Adult ADHD does exist but may look slightly different than it does in children… and overall health. In order to be diagnosed with adult ADHD, you must have had symptoms prior to age 12. Can adult ADHD be prevented or avoided? You cannot prevent or…

Oppositional defiant disorder is a behavior condition that affects children and teens. It causes a negative effect on the child’s… family, such as divorce, multiple moves, and changing schools frequently. Financial problems in the family. Parents who have or have had ODD, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),…

Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is the most serious type of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), which occur when a mother… if so, how much. FAS can be difficult to diagnose in childhood because it has similar symptoms to other disorders, such as ADHD. Can fetal…

Tourette syndrome causes a person to involuntarily make repeated twitches, movements, or sounds called tics that begin in childhood… an effect on their physical, mental, and emotional well being. Many children with Tourette syndrome have other conditions, as well. These include: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)…

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions)… include phobias (such as fear of spiders or fear of flying) or panic attacks. People who have OCD also may have: Depression. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Eating…

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes physical problems and intellectual disabilities… often go along with it. Children with Down syndrome get frustrated and can develop compulsive behaviors. They are more likely to have ADHD or other mental health issues. Therapy with a mental…

Adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder, is the condition that occurs when inflammation in your shoulder eventually leads to difficulty moving… What is adhesive capsulitis? Adhesive capsulitis is commonly called frozen shoulder. This occurs when the joints in your shoulder are inflamed. The inflammation leads…

Addison’s disease is a condition that affects your body’s adrenal glands. It interferes with your body’s ability to produce certain… MRI) to look at the size of your adrenal glands or pituitary gland. These scans are similar to an X-ray. Can Addison’s disease be prevented…

An opioid addiction is a powerful urge to use opioids. These are medicines that are used to relieve pain, such… What is opioid addiction? An opioid addiction is a powerful urge to use certain medicines called opioids. But what are opioids? And what is…