Blog — ADHD

ADHD in Women: From the Dreamy-Eyed Girl in the Back of the Classroom to the Menopausal Woman Who Can’t Find Her Keys (Again)

Publicado por Behcet Bicakci en

  By Dr. Tracy Tranchitella, ZRT Laboratory. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) stands as the most prevalent neurodevelopmental condition among children. Nevertheless, boys receive diagnoses at a rate of two to nine times higher than girls (1). While girls do experience ADHD, it frequently evades detection due to its distinct presentation compared to boys. Typically, girls exhibit quietness and inattentiveness, whereas boys commonly display hyperactivity and disruptiveness. The symptoms of ADHD in children may manifest as inattention, hyperactivity/impulsivity, or a combination thereof, although these symptoms might also vary or evolve over time. The presentation of ADHD in girls is typically...

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An Individualized Plan for Managing ADHD: Laboratory Testing & Lifestyle Modifications to Provide Symptom Relief

Publicado por Ben White en

By Dr. Kate Placzek, ZRT Laboratory. Many children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) struggle with fitting in and according to some experts, may receive as many as 20,000 negative messages by age 10 than their neurotypical peers. Little wonder then that many struggle with self-esteem and the belief that they are somehow broken. Being labeled as “different” – and this difference perceived as unacceptable to others – can impair an individual’s social development and actually exacerbate their struggles. One study found that children with ADHD whose families expressed high levels of criticism failed to experience the usual decline in...

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How Exercise Can Turn the Tide in ADHD

Publicado por Ben White en

By Dr. Allison Smith, ZRT Laboratory “Our sons were both diagnosed with ADHD by kindergarten. More than just dealing with the disciplinary and academic issues at school, my husband and I struggled to maintain a productive and nurturing household with the kids having regular meltdowns and outbursts. Our ability to connect with them became compromised. We were at our wits’ end considering medications and home school. We agonized over the long-term repercussions of both of those choices. We turned inward and analyzed our habits and routines. One thing we noticed with both the boys was that a strict routine in...

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