Ritalin and Down Syndrome
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Sanford Newmark, M.D.: Do 2.5 Million Children Really Need Ritalin?
huffingtonpost.com — “ADHD is often grossly and carelessly overdiagnosed. All too often a teacher complaint and a 10-minute talk with a pediatrician results in an ill-considered diagnosis and prescription.” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
Most Recently Shared on September 17, 2010 at 4:22 pm By:
Matthew Browning Nurse and Health Executive
:-( Drug epedemic....RT @DrWeil: Do 2.5 million children need Ritalin? http://weil.ws/bHgnJd (via @huffpostliving and Dr. Sandy Newmark)
Down Syndrome
kidshealth.org — “Down syndrome is a condition in which extra genetic material causes delays in the way a child develops, both physically and mentally.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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The Medicated Child | FRONTLINE | PBS Video
video.pbs.org — “Millions of U.S. children are taking psychiatric drugs, most never tested on kids.” View full resource at video.pbs.org
Most Recently Shared on August 27, 2010 at 12:30 pm By:
Rick Wells, DC CAM, Chiropractor, and Doctor
Just told by another health professional about a local prescribing of Ritalin to 4 year old male. Why are our... http://fb.me/tg9Rv2sv
Medical News: Kids' IQ Takes a Hit With Poor Eating Habits - in Pediatrics, General Pediatrics from MedPage Today
medpagetoday.com — “Children who eat a diet high in fat, sugar, and processed foods at age 3 appear to have slight decreases in IQ later in childhood, a longitudinal study from England found.” View full resource at medpagetoday.com
Most Recently Shared on February 16, 2011 at 3:53 pm By:
Jay Gordon, MD, FAAP Doctor, Pediatrician, Health Communicator, and Physician
Kids understand that sugar slows you down. Parents . . . not as much. Ritalin???? http://bit.ly/e4sgW4
Poisoned Waters Water Pollution - Drugs in Water - thedailygreen.com
thedailygreen.com — “PBS Frontline's "Poisoned Waters" underscores the importance of keeping toxic chemicals out of our water supply, from drugs to cleaning products. Water pollution is a serious threat to human health and the environment.” View full resource at thedailygreen.com
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Risky Runoff: How We're Poisoning Ourselves with Ritalin and Cleaning Products: "Like the resource it seeks to p.. http://tinyurl.com/dnch6o
Eighth Annual Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Symposium
chop.edu — “Eighth Annual Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Symposium” View full resource at chop.edu
Most Recently Shared on April 1, 2011 at 4:45 pm By:
Len Leshin Physician, Doctor, and Pediatrician
Childrens Hosp of Philadelphia presents annual #Downsyndrome symposium 4/9/11 http://bit.ly/ewBhD1
Popping pills won’t improve grades, warns Canadian medical journal - Healthzone.ca
healthzone.ca — “Universities and colleges must crack down on illicit use of Ritalin and other stimulants, which are not the grade boosters many assume, an editorial...” View full resource at healthzone.ca
Most Recently Shared on September 6, 2011 at 8:14 pm By:
Peter H Brown Doctor and Psychologist
Popping pills won't improve grades, warns Canadian medical journal http://t.co/mcwUM0v #ADHD
For Kids With Down Syndrome, a 'Ray of Hope'
health.msn.com — “For Kids With Down Syndrome, a 'Ray of Hope'” View full resource at health.msn.com
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A Protein Links Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome:
health.msn.com — “A Protein Links Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome:” View full resource at health.msn.com
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A Protein Links Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome: http://bit.ly/csbA4Q
Complain or just go with it? - Women With ADHD ADD
womenwithadhd.com — “Ok, my doctor finally has me on a dose of Ritalin where I am getting a LOT done. However I still feel like I am in the fog even when I get a bunch of stuff done. Also, at times I feel really emotional, but that has gotten a little better. It just seems like when the Ritalin is getting out of my system I get really down on myself (maybe because I start slowing down again?) The only other thing is I have stomach upset a couple hours after taking my first dose. I am pretty sure my doctor is open to” View full resource at womenwithadhd.com
Most Recently Shared on April 26, 2010 at 11:26 pm By:
Nicole Kinsey Pet Health Advocate and Active Health Library
RT @womenwithadhd: Women with ADHD: Complain or just go with it?: I just started concerta a week ago, which I guess... http://bit.ly/bO2c1c
Down Syndrome: Is It Wrong To Be Born?
networkedblogs.com — “Down Syndrome: Is It Wrong To Be Born?” View full resource at networkedblogs.com
Most Recently Shared on March 19, 2012 at 3:28 pm By:
Linda Burke-Galloway Doctor, ObGyn Physician, Surgeon, and Physician
Down Syndrome: Is It Wrong To Be Born? http://t.co/6IEhuUWg
Screening And Antenatal Diagnoses Of Down's Syndrome
medicalnewstoday.com — “Research published today on bmj.com reports that the number of diagnoses of Down's syndrome has increased by almost 71 percent from 1989-90 to 2007-08. This is mostly due to the considerable incre” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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Screening And Antenatal Diagnoses Of Down's Syndrome: Research published today on bmj.com reports .. http://bit.ly/9XY6S #health_news
What is Down's Syndrome?
suite101.com — “Gives the reader an insight into the causes, the physical appearance and problems of a person with Down's Syndrome.” View full resource at suite101.com
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Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)
stlouischildrens.org — “St. Louis Children’s Hospital is one of the best children’s hospitals in the country and the top children’s hospital in Missouri. Find information on pediatricians, child health issues, child health care and more.” View full resource at stlouischildrens.org
Most Recently Shared on November 21, 2011 at 9:57 pm By:
SLCH Answer Line Children's Hospital and Hospital
Children w/ Down syndrome have degrees of mental retardation, + other health issues. http://t.co/h5F6Gotn Down Syndrome Cntr 314-454-KIDS.
Down Syndrome
children.webmd.com — “Down syndrome is a lifelong condition in which a person is born with distinct physical features and some degree of cognitive disability.” View full resource at children.webmd.com
Most Recently Shared on November 13, 2009 at 7:35 pm By:
Dr. Basil Anderson Family Medicine Doctor, Physician, and Doctor
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. What is it? How do you get it? Learn more by clicking here... http://fb.me/JbJv0R8I
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