Pediatric Neurology

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How Does Poor Sleep Affect Children With Autism or ADHD?

Study researchers sought to address the gap in research regarding the association between poor sleep and executive function in children with ASD, ADHD, or typical development

Orthostatic Intolerance, Autonomic Dysfunction in Children With Hypersomnia

This retrospective study assessed the presence of orthostatic intolerance in pediatric patients with primary hypersomnia disorders soon after diagnosis.

Pediatric-Onset Multiple Sclerosis Tied to Lasting Social Consequences

PoMS is associated with less educational achievement, lower earnings, and greater use of disability benefits throughout the working-age life span.

FDA Clears Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device for Adolescent Migraine

Findings from an adolescent study showed that 46.8% of treated attacks were successfully resolved without the use of any acute rescue medication.

Antisense Oligonucleotide Reduces Pathologic Regeneration in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Antisense oligonucleotide golodirsen may be associated with reduced pathologic regeneration in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Neuroimaging Manifestations of COVID-19 in Children

A team of researchers made an international call for cases of children with encephalopathy linked to SARS-CoV-2 infection in order to investigate abnormal neuroimaging findings.

Anxiety, Depression, ADHD More Likely in Children With Congenital Heart Disease

Youth with congenital heart disease have increased odds of anxiety and/or depression or ADHD, regardless of disease severity.

Effects of Sodium Oxybate on Weight in Children with Type 1 Narcolepsy

Sodium oxybate treatment may be associated with weight reduction and stabilization in children with type 1 narcolepsy.

Acute Flaccid Myelitis: Emerging Public Health Concern, Little Known About Condition

Acute flaccid myelitis is an emerging global public health concern, requiring an increased understanding of its causes, diagnosis, and potential therapies.

Significant Negative Association Between Educational Attainment and Depression Among Children

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the longitudinal association between depression and subsequent attainment, and its potential effect modifiers and mediators.