Independent Study Confirms Validity of Popular Executive Functioning Rating...
September 16, 2019 A recent study in the Journal of Attention Disorders1 has confirmed the validity of a well-known executive functioning rating scale commonly used, in part, to diagnose attention...
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Carcinogen Found in Menthol E-Cigarettes
As doctors race to determine what is causing sudden and severe lung illnesses among some vapers, new research discovers dangerously high levels of a known carcinogen in menthol-flavored electronic...
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First Sexual Experience Forced for 1 in 16 Women
Changes wrought by the #MeToo movement can't come soon enough, say researchers who found that for 1 in 16 U.S. women, their first sexual experience was forced.
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Cervical Cancer Outcomes Worse Where Clinics Close
As government funding dried up and many women's health clinics across America closed, cervical cancer screening rates fell and deaths from the disease rose, a new report shows.
View ArticleQ: What Are the Essential Components of a Good School Planner?
Q: “My child just started middle school. What planner do you recommend?” – 5MOM Hi 5MOM: In my coaching practice, I’m pretty flexible with my advice. Meaning, I’m on the...
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Daily Low-Dose Aspirin May Help Some People
Some people with good heart health still might benefit from taking daily low-dose aspirin, a new study from New Zealand says.
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Alabama Man Free of Sickle Cell After Gene Therapy
An Alabama man is free of sickle cell disease after receiving gene therapy for two years as part of a clinical trial.
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31 ADHD Myths in 31 Days — Debunked!
This ADHD Awareness Month, ADDitude debunks 31 myths in 31 days. Click on the myths below to learn the truth about ADHD. Removed
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Jeopardy! Host Alex Trebek Heading Back to Chemo
"Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek is heading back for another round of chemotherapy after losing a large amount of weight and having his numbers rise sharply, he told ABC's "Good Morning America" on Tuesday.
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Smog Particles Can Reach Developing Fetus: Study
Air pollution can penetrate a pregnant woman's placenta and potentially threaten the health of a developing fetus, new research warns.
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Study Questions Hormone Rx for Prostate Cancer
Running contrary to current guidelines, new research suggests that use of hormone-suppressing treatment over the long term may not help some men battling recurrent prostate cancer, and may even cause...
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At-Risk Men May Also Benefit From Mammograms
A new study argues there's potential benefit in regular mammograms for men who are at high risk of breast cancer.
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Texas Girl Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba
A 10-year-old Texas girl has died due to Naegleria fowleri, also known as brain-eating amoeba, 8 days after getting a headache and fever.
View Article5 Little Changes That Freed My ADHD Mind
I grew up with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but no one knew it at the time. In those days, hyperactive, disruptive, or inattentive kids were diagnosed with PIA (Pain In The Ass)...
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New York State First to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
New York state's Public Health and Health Planning Council voted to ban all flavored vaping products except menthol and tobacco flavors.
View Article‘If I Ran ADDitude’ Sweepstakes Rules
“IF I RAN ADDITUDE” SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES Enter the Sweepstakes Here Sponsor: The “If I Ran ADDitude” Sweepstakes (“Sweepstakes”) is sponsored by New Hope Media, LLC d/b/a ADDitude, 108 W. 39th...
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Radiation Rx Might Ease a Dangerous Irregular Heart Beat
This irregular rhythm, called ventricular tachycardia (VT), occurs when the heart's lower chambers start to beat uncontrollably fast. Once it starts, it can kill within minutes.
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Age Often Dampens Narcissists' Self-Love, Study Finds
Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by the belief that you're smarter, better-looking, more successful and more deserving than others.
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Four-Legged Friends Help Buffer Loss of a Spouse
Investigators looked at 437 older adults, some of whom lost a spouse, either through divorce or death. They found that having a cat or dog at home was linked to an easing of loneliness and depression.
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A Drink a Day Might Be Good for Diabetics' Health, Study Suggests
The review found that people who had a bit of alcohol daily had lower levels of a type of blood fat called triglycerides. But alcohol didn't seem to lower blood sugar levels in people who already had...
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