Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

ADHD is the most studied childhood psychiatric disorder. Children affected by this condition have problems at home and school and also while interacting with their fellow students and peers.

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Autism

Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by problems in social interaction, speech and repetitive and restrictive behaviors. Early intervention, intensive special education and appropriate the...

Birth Defects - Genetic

Medindia’s support group on genetic birth defects discusses the transmission and management of several birth abnormalities passed on through the parents’ genes, including Down syndrome, Achondroplasia...

Birth Defects - Metabolic Defects

The absence or deficiency of a particular enzyme in the body may impair certain important metabolic processes. A disease arising out of such a defect is called a metabolic disorder. Several such disor...

Chronic Renal Failure

When the kidney is no longer able to clean toxins & waste product from blood, chronic renal failure occurs. It is the, otherwise, the gradual and progressive loss of the ability of the kidneys to func...