BREAKING: Police previously raided home of Michael Nestor Nov 20, 2009
Of the suspected drugs found at Mr. Nestor s home were: methamphetamine, an illegal stimulate; Oxycontin, a powerful prescription pain killer; MDMA, also known as ecstasy, a stimulant that causes hallucination; methadone, a synthetic opiate; and Adderall, a brand name drug that contains amphetamine and is used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder. . (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tom Petters, confronted with tapes, says he sounded 'like a maniac' Nov 20, 2009
In testimony early Thursday morning, Petters said he sounded like a maniac on secretly taped calls because he had been taking too much medication to treat his attention deficit disorder. He also said that when he used I in e-mails or in conversation, he often meant the companies, not himself personally. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
What a mother's pain can teach others Nov 18, 2009
That, she said, was the case with Ryan, who suffered from both obsessive compulsive disorder and attention deficit disorder, which weren't diagnosed until he already had a drug problem. Those, she believes, contributed to his addictions. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Kingston teen pleads not guilty in cemetery vandalism case Nov 17, 2009
Cadose is a junior at an alternative high school in Brockton and has attention deficit disorder, according to his attorney. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Attention loss feared as high-tech rewires brain Nov 16, 2009
But some mental health experts fear that a growing technology addiction, perhaps accelerated by the popularity of smart phones and social networks, will lead to a breakdown of interpersonal relationships and an increase in attention deficit disorder ... Dr. John Ratey, an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, uses the term "acquired attention deficit disorder" to describe the way technology is rewiring the modern brain. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Parents of Special-Needs Kids Brace... Nov 12, 2009
Children with multiple disabilities, including autism, attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) can be easily agitated or over stimulated. Parents of children with behavior disabilities, anxiety disorders, and even some learning disabilities often go to great lengths to keep the peace during the holiday season. (Suite101.com)
A virtual student’s reality Nov 6, 2009
John has Cushing s Syndrome and attention deficit disorder, among other diagnoses, and prefers to learn at home. He s on course to finish his studies in early spring before most of his peers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Drug consistency needed Nov 6, 2009
Not only should patients with critical illnesses be allowed to use marijuana as a medicine, but people with common illnesses, such as depression, chronic pain and attention deficit disorder, should have the right as well. Marijuana is a natural medicine that is very helpful for a variety of problems. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
How the Obama presidency slipped from poetry to prose Nov 5, 2009
But reality proved too stubborn for his sweeping radicalism and his grand visions were undermined by his attention deficit disorder. As Bob Woodward once told me, W's biggest problem was that he never did his homework. (BBC News -- Americas)
FTSE hit as confidence fades Oct 31, 2009
72 after third-quarter results topped City forecasts thanks to higher sales of its attention deficit disorder drugs. Retailers also closed higher after John Lewis reported a sixth consecutive week of rising sales. (FT.com -- Markets)
Top ten dating don'ts Oct 27, 2009
Otherwise you're likely to come across either as the kind of person who dates so frequently that they can't keep track or suffers from attention deficit disorder. Neither of these helps in making a good impression. (India Times, India)
DOCTOR JOE: Miami doctor treats uninsured with dignity Oct 27, 2009
Over the decade after the clinic opened, Greer was a whirlwind of action and accomplishment, leading him to joke that he has "untreated ADD," or attention deficit disorder. He launched Saint John Bosco Clinic for low-income immigrants and Spanish speakers in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Reid pushes ahead on health care, public option included Oct 27, 2009
It s like Attention Deficit Disorder Administration. C mon, Administration, follow up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Jedi Mind, Inc. to Launch First Thought Controlled Game for Christmas Season Oct 27, 2009
The game was designed to provide cognitive exercise for anyone playing, but is especially beneficial to children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and the elderly who need to continually use and build their focus and concentration skills. The Company plans to sell the game online at a price of $49 and will release details regarding where to purchase the game as soon as it is released. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Study finds heavy video gaming can hurt attention span Oct 23, 2009
The study supports research published within the past year, which established a positive association between being addicted to playing video games and having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Rob West, one of the authors of the study and Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Cognitive Psychology Program at Iowa State University, said those individuals who played video game too much really had difficulty trying to maintain their attention independently over time. (Xinhuanet, China)
Polanski Loses Swiss Freedom Appeal Oct 21, 2009
"There's no crime if the victim don't wanna prosecute. The charge is innuendo.. and the rhetoric of a attention deficit disorder judge, and attorney.". Uh, maybe you want to go back and read that Polanski already PLEADED GUILTY and was supposed to be awaiting sentencing when he skipped the country. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Dyslexic author offers a different outlook for kids who don't fit in Oct 21, 2009
He was labeled dyslexic in fourth grade and diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder the following year. He dropped out of school for a year in sixth grade and began plotting his suicide. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Republicans and premature celebration Oct 21, 2009
Americans may suffer from a collective attention deficit disorder, but we're not completely stupid: We do remember what party was in power during the financial meltdown, the two wars-without-end, the warrantless wiretaps, torture and rendition, Gitmo, etc. Is it any surprise, then, that the voters just aren't into you. (Harper's Magazine)
Workshop deals with handling difficult students Oct 20, 2009
Greene has appeared on numerous television shows, including Oprah, and has lectured around the world about attention deficit disorder. His most recent books include Lost at School: Why our kids with behavioral challenges are still falling through the cracks and how we can help them (2008) and Treating Explosive Kids: The Collaborative Problem Solving Approach (2005). (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Goldman really benefits from the earnings 'call' Oct 15, 2009
I'll admit that I have a little bit of attention deficit disorder when it comes to corporate trials ... I'll admit that I have a little bit of attention deficit disorder when it comes to corporate trials. (New York Post -- News)
J&J quarterly sales miss estimates, shares fall Oct 14, 2009
Anemia medicine Procrit, arthritis treatment Remicade and attention deficit disorder drug Concerta all fell short of analyst targets for the quarter. New Brunswick, New Jersey-based J net earnings rose 1. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
SCID Kids Leading Healthy, Normal Lives 25 Years After 'Bubble Boy' Oct 14, 2009
In addition, about 10 percent had some sort of developmental delay and about 20 percent had attention deficit disorder, often due to the lack of an enzyme called adenosine deaminase, one of the causes of SCID. Other conditions appearing in a minority of the patients include diarrhea, rashes and HPV infection. Some of the conditions appeared more frequently in certain SCID subtypes than others. (Science Daily)
Saving our sons: An author warns that we're neglecting boys Oct 13, 2009
Without enough time for activity, boys squirm in their seats, get sent to the principal's office and may even be diagnosed with attention deficit disorder and given medication. "Don't get me wrong," Pollack said. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Inmate, others say alcohol in womb led to problems Oct 12, 2009
Often, the defects are invisible and, if they are recognized at all, are mistaken for other problems, such as attention deficit disorder, rebelliousness or bad parenting. "No one understands these kids," said Deb Watson, whose brain-damaged son served time in prison for helping kidnap and assault a Billings pizza delivery driver. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dr. Leon Eisenberg, 87, affirmative action advocate at Harvard Medical Oct 11, 2009
A pioneering researcher who initiated early studies of autism and attention deficit disorder, Dr. Eisenberg focused his medical attention on children whose disabilities excluded them from social acceptance. Then he used the clout that came with an international scientific reputation to spearhead Harvard Medical School s affirmative action efforts, creating a ripple effect that opened the profession s doors to minorities across the nation. (Boston Globe)
New Studies See a Higher Rate of Autism: Is the Jump Real? Oct 6, 2009
Parents also indicated that nearly 9 out of 10 (87%) children with ASD also had other mental-health issues such as attention deficit disorder and anxiety. Experts not involved in the study caution that parent surveys are not the gold standard for measuring the prevalence of a medical condition. (Time.com)
Click to read:Battle of Wanat - Inside the Ambush Oct 6, 2009
" Who is "enemy" and "who" declared it enemy now? Who fought against Soviets? Who was "freedom Fighter" and who was "enemy" then; "whose" enemy was whose and who was "ally"? Answers to the above may surprise you if you have, respectfully, low intellect. by jarheadfromnam October 6, 2009 12:55 AM EDT Hey, 99ereHsdadhgaB ! The attack on Wanat happened a year ago under Bush's watch--the same watch that let Osama slip away while he was getting his corporate friends in Haliburton, Bechtle and the oil... (CBS News)
Lexington special-education group to host talk on ADHD Oct 5, 2009
The Lexington Special Education Parent Advisory Council will host psychiatrist Dr. Edward M. Hallowell, founder of the Hallowell Center and author, for a basic introduction to the world of attention deficit disorder (ADD), including diagnosis and treatment. The meeting will take place in the Clarke Middle School Auditorium Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m.. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
CMS eyes local pollution solutions Oct 3, 2009
David L. Clink wrote on Oct 2, 2009 1:32 PM:" Northern Express The Bay Harbor conundrum Anne Stanton The Bay Harbor conundrum? It all comes down to mercury By Anne Stanton 9/28/09 Some day, an ambitious reporter will write a story about Bay Harbor, a luxurious resort and golf course that emerged from the detritus of an old cement plant. The book would no doubt touch on the backdoor intertwining of politics and money, but this weeks chapter in Express will focus on how key players are trying... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Olympia High has right idea; let's go outside Oct 2, 2009
Studies have shown time spent outdoors has a positive impact on students with attention deficit disorder or depression and helps children be more focused. It's good to see schools such as Olympia High School, incorporating nature into their studies - in effect, making nature part of the classroom. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Increase In 'Academic Doping' Could Spark Routine Urine Tests For Exam Students Oct 2, 2009
Nootropics were designed to help people with cognitive problems, such as dementia and attention deficit disorder, but students with a looming deadline have several options: modafinil (Provigil), methylphenidate (Ritalin), and amphetamine (Dexedrine). The non-medical use of methylphenidate and amphetamine is as high as 25% on some US college campuses, particularly in colleges with more competitive admission criteria, says Mr Cakic. (Science Daily)
* Psychological ills eligible for compensation: CLA Sep 30, 2009
Workers covered by the Labor Insurance Plan and who are affected by psychological illnesses, including depression, paranoia, attention deficit disorder and schizophrenia as a result of their work could benefit from the new policy, which could take effect as early as next month. However, unlike other occupational injuries, an employee will have to obtain a diagnosis from three doctors that the psychological illness was a result of a workers jobs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
