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Articles from September 2010
- Research suggests support systems at home and in school curb teen violence
Programs for troubled youth specializing in violence prevention might assist in decreasing aggression, studies show. more...
- Children with autism may benefit from having a service dog
Dogs have long held the distinction of man's best friend, and many studies are now revealing that they can be a powerful therapeutic strategy for children with autism, according to USA Today. more...
- National Alliance on Mental Illness provides online resources for people with ADHD
Last week, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) launched a new online resource center to support children and adults who are living with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). more...
- Addiction to violent video games can lead to prolonged aggression
Although video game addiction is not currently considered a mental disorder by the American Psychiatric Association, it is a growing problem that currently affects 8.5 percent of youths under the age of 12, according to MyAddiction.com. more...
- Children who are very young or autistic less likely to yawn contagiously
It is commonly known that yawning is often contagious, but a recent study has shown that children under the age of four years and those who have autism are less likely to have this social tendency. more...
- Using marijuana may not increase a teen's likelihood of trying more illicit drugs
Researchers from the University of New Hampshire report that despite concern that marijuana causes teenagers to move on to more illicit substances, its status as a "gateway drug" may not be entirely true. more...
- Prevention program seeks to reduce bullying in schools
This week, a bullying prevention initiative was launched by several nonprofit organizations in the Northeast. more...
- National Drug Take Back Day is September 25th
According to ABC30.com, prescription drug abuse is one of the fastest growing substance use problems in the country. more...
- ADHD organizations speak out about disorder myths
Four organizations centered around attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have collaborated to address several myths about the condition, which affects up to 9 percent of the population. more...
- Online resources for autism combine to provide news and information
The Autism Support Network (ASN) and Autism Hangout recently announced that they will collaborate to provide resources that can help families and individuals who are affected by the condition. more...