Is mental illness simply a matter of a "chemical imbalance" or "bad gene"? Do we need to fix children’s disordered brains or do we need to let kids be kids?
If you have ever wondered why you should not eat wheat, this article is for you!
While powerful stimulant medications remain the standard treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the spice saffron has been found to offer comparable efficacy -- with the added benefit of better sleep
A new study published in the BMJ found that 55 of the 92 American doctors who determine what diagnoses and treatments are included in the APA's most recent edition of the DSM
With every mass shooting, there's a renewed call for stricter gun control laws. The only problem is: guns aren't the problem. Guns have always been a part of America's culture. As long as the conversation centers around gun-control we'll continue to neglect something even more important and just as deadly: the growing mental health crisis that has been decades in the making. Where it begins and why may surprise you
That classic Chick-fil-A taste you crave comes with a side of 55 ingredients, many unpronounceable and even more mysterious. A recent investigation by food activist Vani Hari, better known as Food Babe, reveals there's a lot more than just chicken tucked between those buttered buns - including dimethylpolysiloxane, a silicone-based chemical more commonly associated with breast implants than fast food
From slowing the decline in fatal brain disease, to generating a sense of oneness with the universe, drumming's physical and spiritual health benefits may be as old as time itself.
Learn about Pycnogenol's remarkable effects on human health, from boosting cardiovascular function to enhancing cognitive performance
The End the Vaccine Carveout Act would end the broad protection from liability for injuries resulting from vaccines listed on the CDC’s Childhood Immunization Schedule.
"Vaccines are driving many diseases of Westerners from autoimmunity and autism to allergy and arthritis. Why so? What is the history of this volte face?"
3.5 million U.S. children are now being medicated for a diagnosis of ADHD, but the underlying causes - nutritional, environmental, and emotional - are completely ignored.
Young children are most susceptible to the toxins in pesticides which increase their risk of ADHD. Protect them by buying organic foods.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a diagnosis given to millions of children worldwide, and is characterized by behaviors and symptoms such as impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity that can significantly impair academic performance and social functioning.
Another damning study indicates it is simply time to pull the plug on this outdated drug
A “silent pandemic of neurodevelopmental toxicity” is disabling a generation of children around the world.
Antidepressants are routinely used as a first-line treatment for depression, though studies show their effectiveness is on par with placebo and serious side effects often ignored or hidden
For years, stimulants like Ritalin have been viewed as essential, front-line medications for ADHD treatment. But a new landmark study reveals a shockingly effective, safer alternative derived from food
Johnson & Johnson filed a "rare type of legal challenge" that if granted, would put a temporary hold on a class action lawsuit filed against the drugmaker by parents alleging Tylenol caused autism spectrum disorder or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children
A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized study finds flaxseed oil equally beneficial to fish oil supplementation in reducing myocardial disease risk in patients with Type 2 diabetes. This research is beneficial for those looking for plant-based supplements with benefits similar to the well-studied benefits of fish oil
Women in the United States have filed 87 lawsuits in seven states against several pharmacies that sell the analgesic drug acetaminophen
The value of optimal vitamin D levels in the body cannot be emphasized enough, especially among pregnant women. In a Finnish study, the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was 34% greater in children whose mother suffered from a vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy, compared to those whose mother’s vitamin D status was sufficient in the first and second trimesters
Emerging research reveals saffron and key nutrients can treat ADHD and attention issues without Adderall's disturbing side effects
In a world where ADHD medications often come with a laundry list of side effects, could the answer to managing this complex disorder be as simple as a daily dose of vitamins and minerals?
The #1 Children's vitamin brand in the US contains ingredients that most parents would never intentionally expose their children to, so why aren't more opting for healthier alternatives?