NIH/NIMH Research News Update 4-12-09

On April 12, 2009, in Medical Science, submitted by Christopher Fisher, PhD

Today’s update from the National Institute of Health/National Institute of Mental Health includes newly announced research on autism, ADHD, and child abuse. The ADHD story discusses an important update to the now classic Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with ADHD (MTA) study so be sure to view that article.

Here are the latest research news updates:

Short-term Intensive Treatment Not Likely to Improve Long-term Outcomes for Children with ADHD (Update to the MTA study)

Childhood Maltreatment Undermines Physical Health in Adulthood

Autism Skews Developing Brain with Synchronous Motion and Sound

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Christopher Fisher, PhD

Dr. Christopher Fisher, Managing Editor for The Behavioral Medicine Report, received his PhD in Clinical Health Psychology & Behavioral Medicine with an emphasis in biopsychosocial approaches to health and wellness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), neurofeedback, biofeedback, cranial electrical stimulation (CES), and QEEG from University of North Texas. He is Board Certified in Neurofeedback (BCIA). Dr. Fisher also received a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Dr. Fisher maintains a private practice in Corpus Christi, Texas, and offers individual therapy, group therapy, and neurofeedback. You can learn more here: http://www.christopherfisherphd.com Dr. Fisher enjoys spending time with family, watching sports and movies, and bicycling on rugged terrain.

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