(Natural News) Saffron (Crocus sativus) is gaining a lot of attention not just as an herb, but also as a natural treatment for brain health problems, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In a recent study published in the Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, saffron was found to be just as effective as Ritalin in […]

(Natural News) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, known simply as ADHD, is characterized by difficulty paying attention and controlling compulsive behavior. In the U.S., ADHD is commonly diagnosed in children and is managed using medications. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 9.4 percent of American children ages two to 17 have ADHD — that means about […]

(Natural News) Cambridge researchers came up with a game app called “Decoder” that supposedly trains the brain of the player. They claimed that regularly playing the brain training game could improve the concentration of the user. They developed the app in response to the decreasing attention spans of young people. Increasing amounts of technologies require fast reactions to electronic […]

(Natural News) If given the choice, how many parents would put petrochemicals in their children’s food? But when you buy most children’s foods on grocery store shelves, that’s the decision you’re making. These products are filled with petrochemical-derived ingredients from artificial colors to preservatives. Alarmingly, these ingredients have also been linked with health problems from […]

(Natural News) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common brain disorder that affects both children and adults. Three key behaviors that interfere with functioning or development define ADHD: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. These symptoms can vary from patient to patient. People with ADHD may find it hard to remain focused or follow instructions. They […]

(Natural News) Another study proves that exercise benefits the brain, even in small amounts. A study carried out by researchers at the University of Georgia revealed that adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who exercise, even in small amounts, can experience improvements in the symptoms of their condition. ADHD is a behavioral disorder that makes […]

(Natural News) Adding to the list of health concerns associated with excessive screen time, one study suggests that there could be a link between the length of time teenagers spend online and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The two-year study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), observed more than 2,500 high school […]

(Natural News) Pregnant mothers who take medications to treat ADHD during pregnancy expose their babies to an increased risk of developing congenital heart defects, according to a new study. The data collected from more than four million American and Nordic women by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital show that the risk for having babies with […]

(Natural News) Nutrition plays a direct, if not essential, role in how well we handle day-to-day situations and our risk of developing psychiatric disorders. A collection of new studies published in a special section of the November 2017 issue of the journal Clinical Psychological Science has concluded on the distinct power food has on the brain. As explained […]

(Natural News) Breathing does more than sustain life. When practiced with meditation, it can benefit the body and, according to Irish researchers, help with ADHD and cognitive decline. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and teenagers. As its name suggests, it is characterized by the inability to focus and […]