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What Is The Prevalence Of Adhd In Children Who Were Diagnosed With Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome? A Retrospective Chart Review., Scott Graham
What Is The Prevalence Of Adhd In Children Who Were Diagnosed With Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome? A Retrospective Chart Review., Scott Graham
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Background: Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) is the set of signs and symptoms present in a newborn whose mother was addicted to drugs while pregnant. NAS can occur due to sudden withdrawal from several drugs, including opioids, benzodiazepines, methamphetamines, and caffeine. It can cause many different issues in the newborn, including diarrhea, tremors, fever, and seizures. While these specific signs and symptoms are self-limited, research is showing that these children grow in to childhood and adolescence with increased risk of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), autism, motor dysregulation, and other cognitive and behavioral sequelae.
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to establish …