Thyroid hormone and attention in school-age children with congenital hypothyroidism
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High levels of thyroxine (T4) and thyrotropin (TSH) affect cognitive attention in children with congenital hypothyroidism (CH). A study of 86 seven-year old CH children shows that those with high level of T4 and TSH have poorer cognitive attention but less hyperactivity than those with low hormonal levels. The level of T4 and TSH has no effect on other cognitive activities and intelligence. High levels of T4 correlate with poor attention and high TSH levels affect hyperactivity.
Publication Name: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0021-9630
Year: 1996
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Practitioner review: Long-term consequences of childhood cancer
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The long term consequences of childhood cancer are examined and the implications for psychological and social services are considered. Survival has improved and there has been a need to assess the quality of life of survivors. Many children are able to come to terms with the cancer experience, but some survivors experience difficulties in adjustment, which can be exacerbated by physical complications or by adverse social circumstances.
Publication Name: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0021-9630
Year: 1998
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Children and adolescents living with HIV and AIDS: A review
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The psychological effects of HIV and AIDS on children and adolescents are examined.
Publication Name: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0021-9630
Year: 2000
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