The children of relatively poor parents with a form of diabetes are much more likely to suffer from attention deficit disorder (ADHD), according to a new study.
Researchers found youngsters exposed to maternal gestational diabetes mellitus and low socio-economic status, particularly in combination, appear to be at an increased risk of developing childhood ADHD.
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) typically develops in the second and third trimesters and is defined as glucose intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy.
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Children of those with diabetes are more likely to suffer from attention deficit disorder | Mail Online
Posted on 03 January 2012.
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