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Vitamin D deficiency linked to more severe OSA in pediatric patients
Prior to adjustment, researchers found a link between vitamin D deficiency and four patient characteristics, including high apnea-hypopnea index. This relationship continued to be observed following adjustment.
Researchers link snoring to behavioral problems in adolescents without declines in cognition
Adolescents who snore frequently were more likely to exhibit behavior problems such as inattention, rule-breaking, and aggression, but they do not have any decline in their cognitive abilities, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM).
Is weightlifting safe for kids and teens? Here's what parents need to know
Children have always physically exerted themselves in ways that wouldn't raise an eyebrow.
Red Dye 40: ADHD, Health Risks, and Foods to Avoid
Made from petroleum, red dye 40 is a synthetic food dye. Some studies suggest a link between red dye 40 and ADHD behavior; the dye might trigger or exacerbate behavioral changes in sensitive children.
ADD vs. ADHD
ADD and ADHD are terms used to describe the same disorder. Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is an outdated term, while ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the officially used term.1 Some people, however, use the term ADD interchangeably with ADHD, and others consider ADD to be a subtype of ADHD.
