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Improve Sleep Hygiene to Fight Sleeping Trouble
Sleep is anything but a dream for many Americans. They rely on sleep aids and alarm clocks to get them through the night, and then they count on alarm clocks and stimulants to wake up. Unfortunately, this truly is not beneficial for accomplishing a good night’s rest. Sleep deprivation is an important issue for many, but sleep quality is just as much of an issue. Good sleep hygiene is necessary for getting … Read entire article »
Filed under: Alcohol, Caffeine, Exercise Regularly, Neurological and Behavioral, Nicotine, Promote Sleep, Sleep Hygiene, Sleep Schedule, Sleeping Trouble
Sleep Cycles and the Importance of REM Sleep
Sleep is often pushed to the wayside when people need more time to complete their daily tasks. There is no obvious deadline or quota when it comes to sleep, so it is easy to say, “I’ll just get up after four hours so I can do this.” Unfortunately, sleep is much more important than many people think, and sleep deprivation can have important adverse effects on our lives. Sleep cycles through five … Read entire article »
Filed under: Neurological and Behavioral, REM Sleep, Sleep Cycles
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment
Treating ADHD is an individualized process that requires observation and possibly even trial and error. A medical exam helps to determine whether a child’s symptoms are due to physical impairments, such as vision or hearing loss. Parents and teachers are often asked to fill out questionnaires about a child’s behavior to help diagnose ADHD. While there is no cure for ADHD, there is treatment. ADHD medications are classified into two groups: … Read entire article »
Filed under: ADHD, ADHD Behavioral, ADHD Medications, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment, Behavioral Therapy, Medications for ADHD, Neurological and Behavioral, Parent Training
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder that is most often diagnosed during childhood and may continue into adulthood. It impairs the person’s ability to learn and socially interact. He or she finds it difficult to concentrate and may come across as obnoxious. According to the article, “Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Children with ADHD have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors … Read entire article »
Filed under: ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Diagnosis, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms, Causes of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Hyperactivity Disorder, Neurological and Behavioral
