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Therapeutic schools may assist teens who have ADHD

By Staff Writer

Researchers from the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, National Center University in Taiwan recently found that a mild form of brain stimulation may be able to assist with impulse control. These results will be published in Neuroimage, Elsevier's Journal of Brain Function.

According to the study's results, a weak electrical current that is applied to the front of of an individual's head for 10 minutes can greatly improve his or her ability to process responses. This, in turn, can allow that individual to better control impulses. The researchers believe that this system may be able to assist people who have various conditions, such as drug addictions, violent impulsivity, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Tourette's syndrome.

The results from this study also give researchers a better understanding of the neural basis of impulse control.

Teens who need help with an impulse-related disorder, such as ADHD, may want to consider enrolling in therapeutic schools. According to Help Starts Here, these institutions are a suitable treatment option for youths who are struggling with similar issues.

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