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Gary Swergold MD, PhD@gs314.bsky.social · last wk.

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NEW Dr. Ruth Report: 🔹44% of DRC Ebola cases have died, but vaccines now to be tested 🔹Measles hit a 35 year high, topping 2025 🔹COVlD wastewater is rising from low levels 🔹Women hit harder by Neuro Long COVlD 🔹New smart ring can track glucose and more Read & share 👉 buff.ly/qRIYI58 #medsky #IDsky

Most kids with ADHD hear plenty about what they struggle with, but not about why their brain works the way it does or what they can do to thrive. That's why I love TEACH Me ADHD, an interactive online course for 8-12-year-olds and their parents. Learn more in my latest newsletter. Please share!

🕵️ Fall TEACH Me ADHD Is Coming! Join the Next Detective Academy

Kids and Parents Learn About ADHD Together

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The children in charge are finding new ways to kill people.

The Atlantic@theatlantic.com · 2w ago

Pete Hegseth’s message to pilots—that they can break flight rules without consequences, so long as what they do looks cool—is making an already dangerous job more lethal, @brynntannehill.bsky.social argues:

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It’s impossible to avoid AI these days, but I’m concerned about how our kids will be impacted growing up with AI. They're part of a social experiment that no one agreed to. Learn more in my latest post. drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/when-ai-be...

When AI Becomes a Best Friend

What Parents Need to Know About AI Companions

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My heart is full after getting this by email after the recent ADHDKCTeen event. It's why I do what I do. Comments shared with permission. Creating a place where tweens and teens with ADHD feel understood, connected, and excited to come back is exactly why we started this group. adhdkc.org for more

Kids’ sleep struggles aren’t solved by gummies, lotions, or oils. I wrote about what actually helps, what doesn’t, special considerations (ADHD, ASD, anxiety) & when to seek help. Melatonin, magnesium, lavender, CBD, weighted blankets and more. Full post: drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/before-you...

Before You Reach for a Sleep Aid: What Actually Helps Kids Sleep?

What Works, What Doesn't, and What's Still Unproven

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During this heat wave I’ve had a few families ask about medications and heat related illness. Let’s talk about the risks and how to stay safe in the heat. There are general tips for everyone but special attention is needed for those on medications that increase risk. ADHD anxiety allergy depression

Medications and Heat Waves

Staying Safe During Hot Weather

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I'm all for vaccines and believe the military should require flu vaccines. But we can't blame the April decision to stop mandatory vaccines, as seems to be happening in the news. Flu vaccines are given in the Fall and protection wanes over time. We shouldn't cherry pick either.

ADHD can show up in preschoolers — and early recognition matters more than most people realize. Here’s what to look for and why it matters: drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/understanding-adhd-in-preschool-children

Understanding ADHD in Preschool Children: What Parents Should Know

I’m in the middle of teaching a course for Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities (KCCTO) on behalf of ADHDKC, Kansas City’s CHADD Chapter. It’s been such a powerful reminder of why early childhood ...

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This is really intriguing. And scary because kids pick these flavors.

Keck School of Medicine of USC@keck.usc.edu · 2mo ago

Your vape flavor changes your genes more than how often you vape. USC researchers found 66.6% of vaping-related gene changes across 3,124 genes are driven by flavor and device type. Published in Frontiers in Oncology. https://bit.ly/43cmALU

Another thing to talk to your kids about: ads for GLP1s suggest you need to be a small size to be healthy and feel good. I can easily see how these ads will make adults and children feel bad about their bodies. Another situation where social media will affect our health. withall.org/what-to-tell...

What to Tell Kids About GLP-1s and Ozempic

What should you tell your kids about Ozempic? Get practical scripts and tips for talking to children about GLP-1 medications, body image, and what the ads aren't saying.

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Ever wondered why your child can explode over something tiny then act like nothing happened? You’re not alone and it’s not bad parenting. There’s real neuroscience behind these big reactions and understanding it can completely change how you see those moments. See my latest Substack to learn. #adhd

“Why Does My Child Explode Over Small Things Then Act Like Nothing Happened?”

Understanding ADHD, Emotional Outbursts, and the Brain Behind the Behavior

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I'm watching 'You' and baby Henry catches measles from neighbors whose parents didn't want to put any unknown chemicals into their children. He recovers and he's "all better now" so it's ok. We need film to talk about the risk of death from SSPE years after apparent recovery. He's still at risk.

If you’re wondering why your teen is having more problems with her migraines, estrogen can worsen headaches. Learn more in my latest post - drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/hormonal-m...

Hormonal migraines in teen girls

This is the final part of a 3 part series on migraines.

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Today through Saturday you can download a free Kindle copy of "ADHD in Professionals: Embracing Your Brain". I'm looking forward to reading it and thought I'd share the free download option. www.amazon.com/ADHD-Profess...

ADHD in Professionals: Embracing Your Brain

Amazon.com: ADHD in Professionals: Embracing Your Brain eBook : Byrne MD PhD, Dr Jennie: Kindle Store

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Part 2 of my headache series is here! If your teen struggles with headaches and ADHD or anxiety, this is an important read. drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/the-teen-y...

The teen years: a new phase for ADHD, anxiety, and migraine

Part 2 of a 3-part series

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Headaches, anxiety, & ADHD often overlap and when one is missed, treatment may fall short. These conditions can mimic, worsen, or trigger one another, so learn why proper evaluation matters and what parents should watch for when kids struggle with focus, worry, or chronic headaches. 1/2

When Headaches, Anxiety, and ADHD Overlap

Part 1 of a 3-part series

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Need help parenting your ADHD child? It can be exhausting, but learn from people who can help create a calmer home and teach your kid skills. Join 35+ world-class ADHD experts for 7 life-changing days of strategies and downloads that actually help even on the hardest days. FREE for every parent.

Have you ever snapped at someone and immediately regretted it? Sent an angry text and wished you could take it back? Felt your heart race over something that wasn’t really a big deal? If you answered yes to any of those, your brain is working exactly as designed. That doesn’t mean it feels good. 1/2

Meet the Animals of Your Brain: Why You React, Spiral, and Snap — And How to Get Back in Control

BONUS: Learn about where I'll be talking about this and more!

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Parenting an ADHD Child? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone! ADHD is complex, and traditional parenting advice often doesn’t work. That’s why I’m so excited about the Parenting Your ADHD Kid Summit. Learn more in my latest newsletter. drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/parenting-...

🌟 Parenting Your ADHD Kid Summit – Learn from 35+ Experts

Parenting a child with ADHD comes with unique challenges — but you don’t have to navigate it alone!

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Vaccines is now another reason you may wait longer at the pediatrician's office. As she says, if travelers stop to ask the pilot to explain all the buttons, the plane will not leave on time and it won't change much - other than workflow. Trust the expert, whether it's the pilot or pediatrician.

Paul Offit@pauloffit.bsky.social · 3mo ago

open.substack.com/pub/pauloffi... It isn't easy being a pediatrician these days.

Levels wont stay low, but we’re at low levels now.

Ruth Ann Crystal@drruth.bsky.social · 3mo ago

COVID is at its lowest level in nearly 5 years🎉 But new data shows: • T cells lose control of EBV during COVID infection • Blood vessel damage in kids w/Long COVID • LC trials for Rapamycin & Keytruda Plus: Microbiome signals before Parkinson’s 👉 Dr. Ruth Report: buff.ly/DPxWvd4 #medsky 🛟😷🧪

I'm getting questions of what to do once the automated report based on the COMPASS-31 tool is received if your physician isn't sure how to help. 1/2

Unlocking the Mystery of Your Symptoms

New Assessment Tool for Dizziness, Bloating, Heart Flutters, and More

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If your child is struggling but “seems fine” on the outside, you’re not alone. Many kids with ADHD work incredibly hard to keep up—until they can’t anymore. The good news? With the right understanding and support, they can thrive. Here’s how we’re helping families get there.

Earlier ADHD Treatment Matters: What New Research Confirms

For many parents, one of the hardest decisions after an ADHD diagnosis is when to start treatment.

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I’ve played around with AI to help automate a screening tool for autonomic dysfunction. If you struggle with dizziness, heart flutters, brain fog, "panic attacks", GI or bladder issues without a known cause, check it out and let me know what you think! drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/unlocking-...

Unlocking the Mystery of Your Symptoms

New Assessment Tool for Dizziness, Bloating, Heart Flutters, and More

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· There are a lot of tools that are advertised to diagnose ADHD, but what is actually recommended and helpful? Dr Stuppy discusses the various ways clinicians can make the diagnosis, and why some are not recommended to help you save money on unproven tests in her latest blog post.

If ADHD is a Clinical Diagnosis, Where Do Brain Scans, Computerized Action Tests, EEGs, and Other High-end Tests Fit In?

I was recently scrolling and came across a question: Is it true ADHD is a neurological issue that can be seen on brain scans?

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