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What is ADHD?, Symptoms, Types, Causes, Possible treatment.

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   What is ADHD? When a child finds it difficult to concentrate or complete a particular task without being pushed harder, there is a tendency the child may have Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. This can equally occur in adults. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that happens in children and teens and can prolong adulthood. It affects people's behaviour, how much they pay attention to details and tasks and having trouble sitting in a particular place for a long period. According to research carried out by the Centers for disease control and prevention, ADHD is found more in men (13%)  than in women (6%). Men tend to externalize their symptoms which makes it easier to be recognized than in that women. This article will intrigue you to know much about ADHD, the common symptoms, causes, diagnosis and possible treatment. Common symptoms of ADHD in children. Constant fidgeting Easily distracted Trouble listening Difficulty in f...

AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE

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  AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE, SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, DIAGONIS AND POSSIBLE TREATMENTS- EZENWA LILIAN OLUCHI AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE Normally, the immune system is functioned to protect the body against foreign bodies like bacteria and viruses. The immune system senses foreign bodies that are not part of the body, so it fights and destroys them completely. Here, the immune system attacks healthy cells and organs. This condition is called Autoimmune disease.   Causes of Autoimmune Disease The cause of Autoimmune disease has remained unknown. Doctors and researchers in a 2014 study, prove the prevalence of Autoimmune diseases are more in women than in men. Some Autoimmune diseases are common in certain ethnic groups, for instance, Lupus affects more African Americans and Hispanic people than white people. The case of Autoimmune disease is on the high side, and researchers suspect there are  factors that may trigger it such as; Exposure to chemicals Eating highly fatted food and sugar Genetic...