What do you know about pesticides? Or about ADHD? A recent issue of the Journal of Pediatrics published a study on the effects of pesticides on children and how they appear to be linked or at least correlated to the occurrence of Attention Deficit Disorder.

Could this be any worse? Unfortunately if it is as true as it seems to be, there is no “bailout”. Experts are viewing this research seriously, because the research was well done by reputable scientists and the results suggest serious consequences. Most scientists think further research is needed for the apparent link to be conclusive. However everyone is familiar with the fact that children are more susceptible to health risks posed by pesticides due to the fact their bodies are still growing. Plus, children are far more likely to ingest a higher amount of pesticides compared to adults relative to their body weight.

If the studies show comparable results with larger population samples this could be a serious health issue. It connects ADHD with consuming fruits and vegetables that have been treated with common pesticides..

Do you know what ADD is? Common symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder include unfocused attention, excessive activity, reduced impulse control, physical restlessness. These traits result in a variety of learning disabilities.

While one study cannot prove that agricultural pesticides contribute to childhood learning problems, experts said the research is persuasive. In the body, pesticides change into compounds which are measurable in urine. Detectable levels of pesticides were almost universal. The chances of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - ADHD were much higher among children with higher levels of pesticides present in their bodies. The children may have eaten food treated with pesticides, breathed it in the air or swallowed it in their drinking water. Experts said it is quite realistic that children who don’t live near farms may be exposed through what they ingest or inhale.

Naturally the researchers are uncertain why the results would show the potential link between Attention Deficit Disorder. Of course, this means more research is recommended to clarify the situation. What’s important to notice is that the study looked at a random sampling of children. Some physicians say the study is significant in part because it is based on a broad sample of children, not those believed to have been exposed to high levels of insecticides. This study shows that pesticides are another environmental factor in developmental issues like ADD, besides prenatal exposure to alcohol, cocaine and cigarette smoke.

The US Environmental Protection Agency limits the amount of residue allowed on food because thre are known risks for pesticides in humans. But the truth is the recent study shows it is conceiveable that the smallest amounts of pesticides can have adverse impacts on your brain chemistry.

The Attention Deficit Disorder Association estimates that eight to nine million U.S. adults have ADD. They believe the most likely cause is genetic. This study of organophosphates may require them to reconsider their position. The National Academy of Sciences believes food and water are the major sources of pesticides to which children are exposed.

If someone you work with seems to be distracted, they may have Attention Deficit Disorder. Read a good Attention Deficit Disorder Book to learn more.