Is it possible for a parent to limit a child’s screen time without causing drama?
Yes, it is possible for a parent to limit a child’s screen time without drama, though it requires a thoughtful approach and consistent effort.
Addiction
Are individuals with ADHD more likely to experience issues with drugs, alcohol, or gambling?
Individuals with ADHD are more likely to experience issues with drugs, alcohol, and gambling.
Does social media harm attention span?
The question of whether social media has a negative impact on attention spans is complex and has been the subject of much research and debate.
Prenatal cannabis use and the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder in offspring: A systematic review and meta-analysis
It is plausible that exposure to cannabis in-utero could be associated with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during childhood and adolescence; however, mixed results have been reported. This study investigated whether there is an association between prenatal cannabis use and ADHD symptoms and ASD in offspring using a systematic review and meta-analysis methodology.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are actually serious and often fatal illnesses that are associated with severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions.
Younger age of first cannabis use or prescription drug misuse is associated with faster development of substance use disorders
A new study shows that in the time after first trying cannabis or first misusing prescription drugs, the percentages of young people who develop the corresponding substance use disorder are higher among adolescents (ages 12-17) than young adults (ages 18-25).
A Scientific Understanding of Nicotine Addiction
Learn a scientific approach to the policy and practice of nicotine addiction.