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Peer reviewedHynd, George W.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1991
Morphometric analysis of magnetic resonance imaging scans revealed that, compared to nondisabled controls, the seven children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder had a smaller corpus callosum. Results suggest that subtle differences may exist in the brains of these children and that deviations in normal corticogenesis may underlie the…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Children, Clinical Diagnosis, Etiology
Peer reviewedWerry, John S.; And Others – Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines, 1980
A double blind, placebo controlled, crossover study using methylphenidate as a standard and two doses of imipramine was carried out in 30 hyperactive children (mean age 8.5 years). Particular emphasis was placed upon imipramine's action on cognitive function, physiological function, and self-esteem, and upon dosage effects. (MP)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Children, Cognitive Ability, Comparative Analysis
Download full textTseng, Rose Y. L., Comp.; And Others – 1980
The punpose of this report is to review existing research concerned with the relationship of nutrition to student achievement, behavior and health. Information was obtained through searches of computerized data bases, review of journal citations, discussions and correspondence with nutrition personnel as well as reviews of materials available from…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Animal Behavior, Body Weight, Children
