Duke University has received millions of dollars to study an important phenomenon. The research will center around kids with both ADHD and Autism in their lives. That study could help people come to understand more about these labels. Students might make progress because of greater understanding of these long-standing diagnoses.
Duke receives $12.5 million grant to study children with both ADHD and autism #adhd
Multiple diagnoses is a current research project.
Parents are excited at the prospect of a study that focuses on both ADHD and Autism. Families are waiting for some kind of treatment that could be the difference maker. The school will be a challenge for students who have these ADHD and Autism diagnoses. Greater understanding through research will help Duke University address those claims.
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ADHD and autism can be devastating for families.
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A new five-year program to target specific approaches to interventions and treatment for children has been started.
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Researchers directed a great deal of attention on how technology could make the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers more effective.
Author: Kathryn Silberstein
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A new five-year program aims to enhance early detection strategies and improve treatment for children who have both Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
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