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Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Kim Erikson
Abstract
The prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder grows each year along with the use of stimulants as pharmaceutical treatment. Meanwhile, the consumption of sugar heavy meals and processed foods skyrocket across the nation. This paper hopes to explore a possible link between one of the most commonly diagnosed childhood psychiatric disorders and the nutritional deficiencies the new generation faces.
Recommended Citation
Nguyen, Nhi, "The Role of Nutrition in Children with ADHD" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 48.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/48
The Role of Nutrition in Children with ADHD
The prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder grows each year along with the use of stimulants as pharmaceutical treatment. Meanwhile, the consumption of sugar heavy meals and processed foods skyrocket across the nation. This paper hopes to explore a possible link between one of the most commonly diagnosed childhood psychiatric disorders and the nutritional deficiencies the new generation faces.