ADHD in Children: Treatment Options

There are two treatment options with solid scientific evidence that they improve Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms in children: behavioral therapy (such as Parent Behavior Training) and medication. Here are several things to keep in mind while making the decision.

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Circumcision: The Health Benefits and Risks

Parents can decide whether to circumcise their sons based on culture, religion, or family tradition, since medical experts say health benefits and risks are quite minor. Previous recommendations stating that the benefits outweigh the risks have been replaced with a focus on educating parents so that they can decide what they want to do.

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Energy Drinks: Caffeine + Calories = ???

Nearly 1 in 4 adults drinks an energy drink once a week in the hopes of getting a boost in physical and mental performance. But with a high number of deaths and hospitalizations potentially connected to energy drinks, are they really safe?

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