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UPDATE 2-US FDA calls for new warnings on ADHD drugs
“WASHINGTON, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Several drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder must include new warning information about the risk of heart problems and psychotic behavior, U.S. health officials said on Monday.”
Sleep Apnea in Children Linked to Lower IQ Scores, Learning Impairment
“Children with untreated sleep apnea perform significantly worse on IQ tests and may have some brain impairment that could hinder their ability to learn new tasks, according to new research from Johns Hopkins University.”
Lack of outdoor play is health time bomb for children
“Unless more suitable outdoor play opportunities are provided for children and young people, a physical and mental illness time bomb is likely to explode, an international conference in Bristol was told.”
Watching TV Has Painkilling Effect On Children
“Children can experience a soothing, painkilling effect by watching TV, say scientists from the University of Siena, Italy. 69 children, aged 7-12 had to give blood samples. They were divided into three groups. One group watched cartoons on TV, another group were distracted by their mothers, while the third group had no distractions at all.”
