Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Tantrums in young children could be linked to ADHD, study finds

Preschool children who struggle to control their emotions and behaviour have more symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — known as ADHD — at age seven, a study suggests. Children aged between three and seven who are slower at acquiring skills to manage their intense emotions were also found to be at risk of displaying […]

Published on November 21, 2024

Getting Fit May Prevent Dementia in Those at Risk

People whose genes put them at high risk for dementia may be able to fight Mother Nature and win, new research out of Sweden suggests. The weapon: Working out on a regular basis to improve cardiorespiratory fitness, also known as CRF. CRF is the capacity of the body’s… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on November 21, 2024

Brain-based visual impairment in children

Experts have identified five elements of a brain-based condition that has emerged as a leading cause of vision impairment starting in childhood in the United States and other industrialized nations. Known as cerebral (or cortical) visual impairment (CVI), some estimates suggest that at least 3% of primary school children exhibit CVI-related visual problems, which vary, […]

Published on November 21, 2024