Hyperactivity is a state of being abnormally excited and displaying considerable activity. While some kids are content to color for hours or play quietly with blocks for half the day, others can't ...

Children and adolescents who exhibit symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder experience persistent reductions in ...

Many children have intense reactions to certain sounds or food textures. They can’t stand certain clothes for even a minute, or they get annoyed when someone touches them, making an ordeal out of ...

When it comes to your kids' diets, it's not just about what they eat; it's also about how certain foods might affect their behavior. Many common snacks and meals can unexpectedly lead to hyperactivity ...

A neurologic disorder is any condition that affects the brain and nerves throughout the body. Common neurologic conditions in children include epilepsy, cerebral palsy, attention deficit hyperactivity ...

Like many parents today and others who came before me, I have one of those children who is, in turns, remarkably sweet and intensely difficult. In a word, my child can be difficult, prone to mood ...

A woman I know has young daughters who attend a private school in the Greater Seattle area. On multiple occasions, her daughters have been chastised for having something containing sugar — even a few ...