Is ADHD Linked to Other Mental Health Conditions?

By HH Patel, M.Pharm.Reviewed by Maryam Mahdi, B.Sc. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition affecting a huge number of children, adolescents and sometimes adults. The patients exhibit the symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity. Overview of ADHD Children with ADHD are usually seen to have difficulties in managing their emotions and organizing themselves. They tend to get into …

Functional magnetic resonance imaging shows that hypnosis eases pain

Although hypnosis has been shown to reduce pain perception, it is not clear how the technique works. Identifying a sound, scientific explanation for hypnosis’ effect might increase acceptance and use of this safe pain­reduction option in clinical settings. Researchers at the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and the Technical University of Aachen, Germany, used functional magnetic …