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• Cultural changes may explain global variation in ADHD rates

  Despite a growing clinical understanding of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), patients face a wide range of diagnosis and treatment conditions depending where they live, a study shows. more...

• Schools and labs need better collaboration on campus mental health

  Many American universities fail to provide enough mental health services for their students despite the existence of tested solutions, a new study shows. more...

• Autism study shows oxytocin can reverse social disorders in mice

  Researchers in Italy are using mice to find out why certain hormones seem to help autistic people improve their social behavior. more...

• Brains show physical reaction to the stress of depression

  Researchers studying stressed-out mice have tracked physical changes in the brain that are caused by mental states like threat and depression. more...

• Despite impairments, depression can boost mental skills

  Therapists agree that most common symptoms of depression impede cognitive functioning, but a new report shows that the condition may have some benefits too. more...

• Therapists fight phobias with virtual reality scenes

  Researchers working on phobias and psychotic disorders have found a way to use virtual reality video games to help patients learn to confront their fears. more...

• Many schizophrenic patients defy doctors' outlooks

  Despite a reputation for being over-medicated, hospitalized and even suicidal, most schizophrenic patients live quite well, a new study shows. more...

• Genes can predict whether people follow advice

  Researchers at Brown University have found specific genetic variations that explain why some people are so eager to believe new advice that they discard their own experiences. more...

• New questionnaire can find autism in one-year-old children

  Researchers at the University of California have developed the earliest test yet for diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. more...

• Autistic people with early seizures show resistance to epilepsy drugs

  People with autism commonly develop epilepsy, but a new study shows that many of those patients have a natural resistance to antiepileptic drugs. more...

• Antipsychotic drugs may trigger addiction to narcotics

  Doctors may be triggering new drug addictions in their psychotic patients as a side effect of the very medicines they prescribe, according to a preclinical study published in Neuropsychopharmacology. more...

• Both genes and environment link ADHD to school performance

  Researchers examining the link between academic performance and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) say the culprit is a complex mix of genes and environment. more...

• Antidepressants can increase stroke risk for middle-aged men

  Antidepressants are an important tool in treating teen depression, but new research is showing that the medications may have a deadly side effect. more...

• Kids who breathe secondhand smoke have high rates of ADHD

  A growing number of studies show that children who are exposed to cigarette smoke - even by having a mother who smoked during pregnancy - can develop heart and breathing problems. more...

• Men abused by female partners can develop PTSD

  Men who are abused by a wife or girlfriend can sustain psychological trauma ranging from depression and suicidal thoughts to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a new study shows. more...

• Experts recruit primary care doctors for suicide prevention push

  Experts who study the causes of suicide often focus on victims mental health and assume that physical health has little connection to the problem. more...

• Bullying found to cause chemical changes in victims brains

  Bullying can make high school an excruciating experience for its victims and can lead to years of emotional problems. more...

• Cancer survivors may see cognitive problems when fatigued

  Most people who skip a night of sleep have to struggle through the next day, performing poorly on mental tasks like making quick decisions or remembering lists. more...

• Study: Students who perform better in school less likely to use drugs than those who do not do well

  A recent study published in the journal Prevention Science shows that students in high-performing schools were less likely to use drugs and alcohol. more...

• One California county hosts forum to teach parents and children about dangers of opiate use

  The use of opiate-based drugs, such as prescription painkillers and heroin has increased in recent years. more...

• Bill to provide care for autistic children in Virginia is under attack

  Coverage for autistic children continues to be a hotbed of controversy throughout Virginia. more...

• Two autism advocates join together to make a documentary on the condition

  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly one in 110 individuals suffer from autism spectrum disorders. The class of conditions involve social and communication difficulties as well as intellectual disabilities. more...

• Warmer months may give teens more opportunities to consume alcohol

  Spring is a time for students to attend proms and relax during semester break vacation, but these instances may give teens more opportunities to engage in drug or alcohol use. more...

• Drug prevention expert urges parents to combat adolescent substance abuse

  In an effort to curb underage drinking, experts are targeting parents, urging them to talk to their children about not using alcohol. more...

• Doctors urged to ask early teens about their social media usage

  Since the creation of Facebook, many teens and young adults haven taken to the internet to participate in the phenomenon. more...

• One teacher aims to help autistic students overcome their learning disabilities

  Individuals who help teach autistic children may be tough to come by. more...

• Kentucky Attorney General talks to students about prescription drug abuse

  Experts say that curbing prescription drug use at the middle and high school level may help aid the country's problem with the substance. more...

• Parents try their luck in identifying drug paraphernalia at one Pennsylvania school event

  Many experts say that adults are the front line soldiers in preventing drug abuse. more...

• Underage drinking prevention organization and comic book series team up to help troubled teens

  Archie Comics and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) recently announced a partnership to help raise awareness of the negative impact alcohol use can have on troubled teens. more...

• School awarded anti-bullying grant to raise awareness

  Many schools are revamping their bullying prevention programs as a result of recent suicides being attributed to harassment on school grounds and online. more...

• Differences in data show that there may be no autism epidemic

  A study from The Research Council of Norway reveals that there may not be an autism epidemic occurring presently. more...

• Tobacco prevention programs help teens stay away from cigarettes

  Tobacco use among teens has been steadily during decreasing the past decade, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. more...

• Program highlights parental involvement in helping combat teen drug abuse

  Many experts believe that early intervention with regards to adolescent drug use may put teens on the road to success rather than addiction. more...

• Study shows that many troubled teens post videos of self-injury online

  Many people use the site YouTube to post videos of what they like to do. more...

• Study shows that serotonin levels may be linked to autism

  A study recently published in the Journal of Neurochemistry reveals that the neurotransmitter serotonin may play a role in many cases of autism. more...

• Tennessee hospital creates team to fight drug abuse among troubled teens

  Many organizations are receiving state and federal grants to help curb drug use in their area. more...

• Fake smiling through the day can have a negative impact on mood and productivity

  Michigan State University researchers report that employees who wear fake smiles throughout the work day may worsen their mood and decrease their productivity. more...

• Relationships impact women's likelihood for depression and alcohol problems

  According to scientists at the University of Michigan Health System, depression - unlike problems with alcohol or antisocial behavior - tends to increase with age among middle-aged, addiction-prone women. more...

• Resilience during a romantic quarrel depends on attachment to caregiver in infancy

  Research published in the journal Psychological Science has found that a couple's ability to bounce back from having a fight depends on what each partner was like as an infant. more...

• Parental satisfaction with neighborhood parks decreases sedentary activity among children

  Easy access to a park or playground can improve the health and physical activity of children, according to research from the Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research at Australia's Deakin University. more...

• Program uses cognitive therapy to treat symptoms of autism and ADHD

  Behavioral experts recently developed a virtual online training may help individuals who suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism by using advanced cutting-edge technology treatment. more...

• Prescription tracking system bill gains support in Nebraska

  Many states are beginning to draft bills that will make it illegal to "doctor shop" for prescription medication. Meanwhile, others are proposing a drug tracking system to keep painkillers away from children and teens. more...

• West Virginia found to be the only state with an increase in teen birth rate

  A recent survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that West Virginia is the only state to see an increase in teen pregnancy rates from 2007 to 2009, The Charleston Gazette reports. more...

• California schools battle depression by screening their students

  Some schools in the Los Angeles area are beginning to keep a closer eye on teen depression and suicide threats. more...

• Social host bill gets support in Mississippi

  any lawmakers across the U.S. are introducing bills that make it illegal for adults to provide a place for underage drinking. more...

• Study: Mirror movements may help doctors diagnose ADHD

  A recent study from the Kennedy Krieger Institute shows that mirror movements children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may aid in a formal diagnosis of the condition. more...

• Study finds that ADHD sufferers might have more difficulties controlling their bladder

  A recent study published in the Journal of Urology shows that children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more at risk of bladder control problems than child who do not have the learning disability. more...

• For autistic children, high school may not be the end of their education

  Individuals with autism often have difficulties communicating in a social environment, exhibit significant language delays and have unusual behaviors. more...

• One teen releases video to help those suffering from suicidal ideation

  Recently, suicide has gained notoriety stemming from adolescents and young adults who took their own lives after being bullied. more...

• Researchers find association between autism and cell dysfunction

  A study recently published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry reveals that children who suffer from autism may be more likely to have abnormal function of a key part of their cells. more...

• Study finds depression may be associated with Internet use in teens

  A recent study published in the journal Pediatrics finds that too much time spent on the Internet may be linked to depression. more...

• New technique may uncover answers to drug addiction

  A recent study from the Stanford University found that deep regions of the brain can now be examined at a cellular level. Researchers used time-lapse fluorescence microdoscopy, which uses miniature probes to visualize specific cells over time. more...

• New underage drinking prevention program aims to educate business owners and adults

  Underage drinking is a problem for many teens, parents, law enforcement and educators. However, some government officials are now fighting back to prevent this occurrence by funding initiatives to catch those who provide the alcohol. more...

• CSU receives grant to assist autistic students through college life

  Colorado State University (CSU) recently announced that it has received a $2.3 million grant to help connect autistic students with mentors, National Public Radio reports. more...

• Grant awarded to help businesses become more knowledgeable in preventing underage drinking

  The Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) recently announced that it awarded The state's Council on Alcohol and Drugs a grant to organize and deliver regular workshops to help retailers avoid selling alcohol to minors. more...

• Researchers find inconclusive results after studying the effectiveness of massage therapy for autistic children

  Experts say children who suffer from autism spectrum disorders exhibit difficulties in communicating, socializing and building relationships. more...

• North Dakota bill seeks to confiscate fake IDs

  North Dakota legislators are proposing a bill that is designed to help prevent underage drinking within the state, the Grand Forks Herald reports. more...

• Study finds students in Graham County abuse the most drugs in Arizona

  Officials from the Graham County, Arizona Drug Abuse Coalition found that drug use among teens is most prevalent within its borders when compared to the state, Willcox Range News reports. more...

• Florida-based university's preschool offers iPads to teacher to help communication with autistic children

  Officials from Nova Southeastern University's Mailman Segal Institute (MSI) recently announced the unveiling of a new program called 18 iPads in 18 Days, which is geared toward helping the learning process for children with autism. more...

• Eighth graders from one Indiana county continue to struggle with marijuana use

  Recent Marion County, Indiana surveys show that area students in grade 8 are more likely to use cigarettes, alcohol and marijuana than other children throughout the nation, The Indianapolis Star reports. more...

• Child abuse in Kentucky increases, experts offer tips on preventing maltreatment

  Law enforcement officials from Kentucky said they are seeing more child abuse cases and feel that many more are not being reported, according to Fox News affliate WDRB. more...

• One Texas county experiences rise in prescription drug-related deaths

  Officials from the Nueces County, Texas Medical Examiner's Office recently announced that they have found an increase in prescription drug-related deaths within the state, NBC affliate KRIS reports. more...

• Baylor University receives grants to study the capabilities of its teen pregnancies programs

  Officials from Baylor College of Medicine recently announced that they have received $2.8 million to study the effectiveness of its program for pregnant teens, according to the school's website. more...

• Researchers find cocaine abuse could be genetic in Caucasians

  A study from Ohio State University found that approximately one in five Caucasians could carry a gene variant that could increase their odds of being susceptible to cocaine abuse. more...

• Study: Sleeplessness in teens linked to onset of alcohol and drug use

  A recent study at Idaho State University shows a correlation between teens who cannot sleep and the use of drugs and alcohol. more...

• Abuse of prescription medicine may lead more teens to addiction and crime

  Research reveals that the prescription medicine Percocet has become the new pill of choice among teens. Experts told the Bridgewater Independent that it could lead children down a path of addiction and crime. more...

• Research reveals that babies with jaundice are at higher risk of developing autism

  Newborns born with jaundice have a greater risk of developing autism, according to research from Aarhus University in Denmark, reports MSNBC.com more...

• Tennessee school system found to be unprepared to teach autism students

  The Tennessee education system is struggling to keep up with the increasing diagnoses of autistic children in its schools, reports the Tennessean. more...

• Federal government seeks to enact bill to help prevent underage drinking

  In an effort to help curb the problem of underage drinking, U.S. senators Bob Casey, Chris Dodd, Frank Lautenberg and Jeff Merkley are introducing the Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act Reauthorization (STOP). more...

• Study: Having friends can help keep depression away

  A study published in the journal Development and Psychopathology revealed that children who do not have friends are more likely to develop depression. more...

• Study: Researchers find link between dopamine and environmental cues affect individuals fighting addiction

  A study from the University of Michigan and the University of Washington revealed that differences in people's styles of response to environmental cues might influence dopamine reward patterns in the brain. more...

• Study finds new information technology can better help therapists treat their depression patients

  Studies recently published in the International Journal of Functional Informatics and Personalized Medicine show that information technology and data mining techniques might be able to improve the diagnosis and treatment of depression. more...

• Smoking while pregnant can lead to the development of learning disabilities in children

  According to research from the University of Alabama, the use of nicotine during pregnancy could be the cause of behavioral problems in children. more...

• School uses empathy and compassion to fight bullies

  Increased awareness of the effects of bullying on today's youth has prompted many school districts to implement programs to curb this behavior. more...

• Study finds that vision therapy can help ADHD sufferers

  A study from the University of California in San Diego shows that vision therapy might be able to help children who have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), reports WPTV. more...

• Study: Defects in cells' energy producers shown in autistic children

  Studies from the University of California-Davis show that children with autism have mitochondrial defects. more...

• Research: ADHD sufferers more likely to become criminals

  A recent study from the Royal Ottawa Health Center found that individuals diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to engage in criminal activity in adulthood, reports the Toronto Sun. more...

• Study: Early intervention can help curb symptoms of autism in children

  Research from the University of Texas shows that early play therapy can help alleviate common conditions that affect children who are diagnosed with autism, reports KHOU. more...

• App creators developing programs for autistic children

  Educators and parents are seeking new ways to break the communication barrier that affects children with autism. Technology is constantly changing and allowing individuals to develop new programs for youth diagnosed with the condition. more...

• Educators seek to unify teaching of autistic children

  New Jersey special-education system officials have found that nearly one out of 94 children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which is higher than the national rate, reports the Courier News. more...

• Study finds boys diagnosed with autism more often than girls

  Studies from the Universities of Exeter and Bristol revealed that when symptoms of autism were found to be equally severe, boys were more likely to receive a diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) than girls. more...

• Study: Poor handwriting during childhood can continue into adolescence in individuals who suffer from autism

  Researchers from the Motion Analysis Laboratory at the Kennedy Krieger Institute have found that handwriting problems that affect children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are likely to continue into their teenage years. more...

• New research yields a program designed to help children with autism

  Researchers from Missouri University are beginning to develop a program to help teachers educate children with autism more effectively, reports Medical Daily. more...

• Anti-bullying task force to help Illinois schools stop the behavior

  With the recent awareness of the effects of bullying, many parents, school officials and students are seeking ways to educate themselves on the harmful behavior that is affecting many children today. more...

• Study: More awareness of ADHD could lead to an increase in the number of children with the condition

  A recent study conducted by the National Survey of Childrens Health reveals that 9.5 percent of children between the ages of 4 and 17 were diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in 2007-2008, representing the highest level ever recorded, reports Internal Medicine News. more...

• Iodine deficiencies can cause symptoms in autistic children, study shows

  Researchers from the Global Healing Center reveal that autism in children is associated with an iodine deficiency, reports Coffetoday.com. more...

• Strong family ties can lead to healthier teens

  Experts from the Head and heart Counseling in Vancouver revealed that the overall health and strength of the family unit during a childs early years can have a massive effect on how young people progress through their teenage years, reports Chilliwack Times. more...

• Binge drinking may delay a teen's brain development

  Although many teenagers view alcohol consumption as a rite of passage, most of them are unaware of the damage that drinking can cause to their bodies. more...

• Children with autism may benefit from service dogs

  A new study conducted at the Universite de Montreal has revealed that children with autism spectrum disorders may significantly benefit from having a specially-trained service dog. more...

• Researchers find that canines help the emotional well-being of autistic children

  A study by researchers at University of Montreal reveals that a specially trained pet dog can provide benefits to the emotional and mental health of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), reports animalfriend.org. more...

• Researchers find that autism rates are stabilizing in Wisconsin

  Research from the University of Wisconsin reveals that autism rates within the state remained stable in 2009 after six consecutive years of increasing numbers, reports Reuters Health. more...

• Study: Nearly 1 in 5 teens suffer from a severe mental disorder

  Researchers from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) found that approximately 20 percent of teens suffer from a mental disorder, reports LiveScience.com. more...

• Experts say parents are key to helping teens avoid trouble

  Parental interaction with teens is the key to discouraging adolescent substance abuse, the Los Altos Town Crier reports. more...

• Research reveals link between eating disorders and self-harming behavior in teens

  Research from the Stanford University School of Medicine and the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital shows that teens who struggle with eating disorders are also likely to exhibit self-harming behavior. more...

• Study shows one out of five children suffer from mental disorders

  Experts from the National Institute of Mental Health have discovered that about 20 percent of youths suffer from at least one type of mental disorder in their lifetime, PsychCentral reports. more...

• Researchers say depression and anxiety are the main causes of school phobia

  An American Family Physician study says that one out of 20 children suffer from the anxiety disorder called school phobia. more...

• Poor outlook on others may indicate negative personality traits

  New research from Wake Forest University indicates that people who show negative perceptions towards others have a higher chance of exhibiting narcissism and antisocial behavior. A person's judgement of others discloses much about their personality, one researcher said. more...

• White noise may improve learning and memory in children with ADD

  According to a new study published in the journal Behavioral and Brain Functions, playing white noise in the classroom can help inattentive children - such as those with attention deficit disorder (ADD) - learn and remember better. more...

• Many kindergarteners may be misdiagnosed with ADHD

  Approximately 1 million children may be misdiagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the U.S., a new study at Michigan State University reports. more...

• Parenting style may directly impact a teen's participation in heavy drinking

  Researchers at Brigham Young University report that parenting style strongly influences the habit of heavy drinking in teenagers. more...