ADHD in Adults
Adults with ADHD may have difficulty following directions, remembering information, concentrating, organizing tasks, or completing work within time limits.
Category : Neurological Conditions : Health & Medical
Introduction to Occult Spinal Dysraphism
Occult spinal dysraphism (OSD) is known as a group of congenital and pathological changes occurring in the spine and spinal cord that are united by similar embryological causes, common forms of presentation, and a propensity for multiple expressions within a single patient.
Exercise for Adults With ADHD
WebMD explains how getting regular exercise can help adults with ADHD improve their symptoms.
Olfactory Receptors in Humans: Male Vs. Female
Olfactory receptors detect odorous molecules and interpret them through the cell membranes of neurons, or nerve cells, in a signaling pathway that is ultimately transmitted to the brain. These receptors are the products of over 900 genes in humans and initiate one of the most complex signaling pathw
Telemedicine: The Doctor Is Online, but at What Cost?
Dr Andrew Wilner discusses the benefits and drawbacks of the fast-growing practice of telemedicine.
Reason for Optimism in Epilepsy?
Despite pipeline concerns, Dr. Rogawski explains why epileptologists have reason for excitement.
Predictors of New-Onset Seizures in Head Trauma
This study investigated the association of alcohol-related injury and psychiatric disease on risk for new-onset seizures in a cohort of head trauma patients.
Rare Neurological Diseases
This review offers practical tips on how to approach the diagnosis and treatment of rare neurological diseases, with a focus on the use and monitoring of orphan and experimental drugs.
Statins May Not Fight Dementia
Statins and other popular cholesterol-lowering drugs may help your heart, but they may not protect your brain from age-related diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Methotrexate in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders
Is methotrexate a reasonable treatment option for neuromyelitis optica when first-line immunosuppressive treatments are not tolerated or fail?
Prognostic Value of Routine CSF Biomarkers in MS
This study investigated the role of routine CSF biomarkers at time of diagnosis, particularly IgG index and presence of oligoclonal IgG bands, on disability and progression of MS.
Perception of Unmet Needs by MS Patients and Caregivers
A better understanding of the needs of MS patients could have a great impact on quality of life and on management of the disease, but patients and caregivers may have differing viewpoints.
Acute Demyelinating Disorders
Acute demyelinating disorders are characterized by damage to the myelin sheath, which is a protective coating surrounding neurons, or brain cells. When myelin is attacked, the brain's ability to relay messages to the rest of the body is compromised.
New Guidelines: Diagnose Kids for ADHD at Age 4
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) should be diagnosed and treated in children as young as age 4, according to new guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Identification of Toxic Neuropathies: Cardinal Tenets
What are systemic signs of toxin intoxication? Learn about the diagnosis and management of toxic neuropathy.
Yes, Girls Can Have ADHD
Many girls struggling with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) go unnoticed by parents, teachers, and other adults. WebMD explains.
Drug May Slow Alzheimer’s Decline
An experimental new drug may help people with mild Alzheimer’s disease by slowing the functional decline of the disease.
Stem Cells May Help Reverse Paralysis
With some chemical help, embryonic stem cells may help reverse paralysis, tests done on paralyzed rats show.
New Gene Therapy for Alzheimer's Tested
Doctors at the University of California, San Diego, are testing a new genetic therapy they hope will help slow the degeneration of the brain caused by Alzheimer's disease.
Difference Between Meningitis & Encephalitis
Meningitis and encephalitis are two medical conditions that involve inflammation, thus the suffix "itis." Despite their similarities, meningitis and encephalitis are not quite the same.