Evaluation of anthropometric measures and dietary pattern in attention deficit hyperactive disorder children
Mahinaz M. Raafat El Sharkawy;
Abstract
Abstract:
Background: Balanced nutrition is very important
during childhood, for development of body functions
and social cognitive ability. ADHD is defined as a
neurobehavioral developmental disorder characterized
by continuous
inattention, hyperactivity, and
impulsiveness and is especially prevalent in childhood.
The etiology of ADHD involves genetic, dietary, and
environmental factors. Especially, dietary factors have
been determined to increase the risk of ADHD.
Aim of the study: To evaluate diet status and
anthropometric measures of ADHD children and
compare them with normal children of same school age,
also to assess the relation of nutrition to growth and
symptoms of ADHD children whereas the nutrition
intervention may improve the symptoms.
Background: Balanced nutrition is very important
during childhood, for development of body functions
and social cognitive ability. ADHD is defined as a
neurobehavioral developmental disorder characterized
by continuous
inattention, hyperactivity, and
impulsiveness and is especially prevalent in childhood.
The etiology of ADHD involves genetic, dietary, and
environmental factors. Especially, dietary factors have
been determined to increase the risk of ADHD.
Aim of the study: To evaluate diet status and
anthropometric measures of ADHD children and
compare them with normal children of same school age,
also to assess the relation of nutrition to growth and
symptoms of ADHD children whereas the nutrition
intervention may improve the symptoms.
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| Title | Evaluation of anthropometric measures and dietary pattern in attention deficit hyperactive disorder children | Authors | Mahinaz M. Raafat El Sharkawy | Issue Date | 2017 |
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