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Abortion in Nigeria  " Safe abortion, my right; safe abortion, my choice. I say it loud, cause i'm proud of it. Safe abortion, my right!"                 Erin Williams     In Nigeria, abortion is illegal and carries a heavy jail sentence up to 14 years imprisonment unless it is performed to save the life of the pregnant woman. Nevertheless, a large number of abortions continue to be carried out regularly, often with dire consequences for the lives and health of the women involved, hence the need to legalise abortion.                    An Overview of Abortion      Abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy. An abortion that occurs without being induced is known as a "miscarriage" or "spontaneous abortion", it occurs in 30% to 50% of pregnancies.      When carried out properly, ...

Myths and Facts about ADHD      Over time some people have said ADHD isn't real since some of the symptoms are seen in most people. People have beliefs(myths) about this disorder, so in this article I will state the myths and explain the actual facts about ADHD.   Myth #1 ADHD isn't real, it's something they made up.  Fact: While the name ADHD is made up replacing older terms like 'Clumsy Child Syndrome', 'Moral failing' and 'Minimal Brain Damage', the actual condition has been described in medical literature for over 100 years. In fact ADHD is one of the most well researched medical conditions and is now understood to be a serious neurodevelopmental disorder. So as research continues the labels and descriptions of ADHD may change, but it's not because it doesn't exist, it's because we are getting better at understanding it.  Myth #2 Accommodations give kids an unfair advantage.  Fact: The Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education A...

                  ID:UA-171672074-1     ADHD in Adults     ADHD is a mental health condition characterized by difficulty maintaining attention. It starts from childhood and sometimes persists into adulthood. Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition that can result in low self-esteem, poor performance at work and unstable relationships.  Some people with ADHD have fewer symptoms as they age, but some adults continue to have major symptoms that interfere with their daily activities. In adults, the main features of ADHD may include difficulty paying attention, impulsiveness and restlessness, disorganization and problems prioritizing. ADHD often goes unrecognized throughout childhood. This was especially common in the past, when very few people were aware of it. Instead of recognizing your symptoms and identifying the real issue, your family, teachers, or others may have labe...

Difference between ADD and ADHD     ADD is used to describe the inattentive form of ADHD. ADD and ADHD are not completely different conditions, they are subtypes of the same condition and diagnosis and are sometimes used interchangeably by people.     ADD(attention deficit disorder) is a neurological disorder that causes a range of behavior problems such as difficulty attending to instructions, focusing on school work, keeping up with assignments, following instructions, completing tasks and social interaction. ADD is diagnosed if a child under age 16 has 6 or more symptoms of inattention (5 or more for older teens) for at least 6 consecutive months but no signs of hyperactivity/impulsivity. Kids with this condition aren't hyperactive. They don't have the high energy level seen in others with ADHD. In fact, children with this form may seem shy or "in their own world".       Types of ADHD  1. Classic ADD Symptoms: Inattentive, dist...

    ADHD- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder       This is a severe condition hyperactivity and attention difficulty. Symptoms of ADHD  -Emotional turmoil: This is a state of confusion or agitation in an individual. A child with ADHD always seem confused and is unable to make decisions.  -Self-focused behavior: A common sign of ADHD is what looks like an inability to recognize other people's needs and desires.  -Daydreaming: Daydreaming can be normal if you can snap yourself out of it easily but children with ADHD have intense daydreaming, hence it is very difficult for the brain to self-regulate. They are hyperfocused while they are daydreaming, you can call their name and they may not hear you. You may need to stand right in front of them to get their attention. This results in difficulties in their daily relationship with others and also academics.  Other symptoms include; -Interrupting -Trouble waiting for their turn -Forgetful...