Study shows that children with hypertension are at risk of developing learning disabilities

Research from the University of Rochester Medical Center reveals that children who have high blood pressure are more likely to have learning disabilities, reports Health Canal.

The study showed that children with hypertension were more likely to have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Among the 201 children between the ages of 10 and 18 in the study, 101 had a diagnosed case of high blood pressure. Furthermore, nearly 18 percent were found to have learning disabilities.

Researchers claim that there is a possibility that the higher rate of ADHD among children with hypertension is a reflection of neurocognitive problems caused by high blood pressure. Kids who suffer from ADHD experience symptoms such as difficulties in concentration, impulsivity and excessive talking.

Boarding schools can help children who suffer from ADHD by providing individualized education and recreational activities designed for academic, social, and behavioral success.

According to a 2006 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 4.5 million children between the ages of 5 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD.