Study Ties Some Pesticides to Risk of ADHD in Children

This is the VOA Special English Health Report, from voaspecialenglish.com | http ADHD is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Government estimates say three to seven percent of school-age children in the United States have it. Adults can also have it. People with ADHD have problems with paying attention, controlling their behavior and being overly active. Now, a study has linked an increased risk of ADHD in children to exposure to some kinds of pesticides.

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