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The Relationship between Autism, Anxiety and Internet Addiction

The Relationship between Autism, Anxiety and Internet Addiction
Addictions.......they are crazy! There is a body of evidence to suggest that the notion of an internet addiction disorder (IAD) has some construct validity. The concept of IAD is based on observation and findings that some individuals display signs of problematic internet related behaviours similiar to those observed for other behavioural addictions, such as...
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Addiction Vulnerability – Binge Eating

Addiction Vulnerability – Binge Eating
Addictions can be difficult to address......I am an addict, with a range of co-morbidities, and if honest, find it difficult to constantly, mindfully, attend to my addictions. Binge Eating i.e. the consumption of atypically large amounts of food while experiencing loss of control occurs across a range of eating disorders. Criteria for binge...
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Magnesium Supplementation in Children Diagnosed with ADHD

Magnesium Supplementation in Children Diagnosed with ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common, early-onset and enduring neuropsychiatric disorder characterised primarily by inappropriate deficits in attention, hyperactivity, increased impulsivity and emotional deregulation - impairing multiple domains of professional and personal life. Evidence for dietary and nutritional treatments of ADHD varies widely. The mineral magnesium is necessary for sufficient brain function and...
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Autism Spectrum Disorder and Diet

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Diet
The unique dietary, medical and behavioural challenges observed in children with ASD combined with an overall lack of data on management of GI disorders in this population presents a pressing need to develop a guideline for nutrition intervention. Common dietary interventions for ASD include: 1. Elimination Diets/Elemental Diet: Elimination diets (6 foods): Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy,...
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