Brian Wu
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Brian Wu Quick Facts
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- Health Stories for Kids
Brian values the ability of all ages to learn from the power of stories. His mission is to write about health conditions, educational topics, and life situations in an entertaining way in order to help children understand their own health conditions and daily circumstances. See more at healthstoriesforkids.com
Brian Wu graduated with a Bachelor's Science Degree in Physiology and Neurobiology. Currently, he holds a Ph.D. and is an MD Candidate (KSOM, USC) in integrative biology and disease.
Brian Wu Books
Sam’s Secret Life: Health Stories for Kids: OCD
http://goo.gl/7fasq4
Don’t Let the Bedbugs Bite! Health Stories for Kids: Good Sleep
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RC0RN3S/
Emily’s Best Gift Ever! Health Stories for Kids: New Babies
http://goo.gl/zcIvFi
Susie and The Great Big Giant Apple. Health Stories for Kids: Weight Loss
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RC4MWFS/
Molly’s Baby Brother. Health Stories of Kids: Autism
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RC3RBCS/
The World’s Greatest Spy. Health Stories for Kids: Nervous System
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RC2SMX6/
Sammi’s New Normal. Health Stories for Kids: Epilepsy
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QVT6V70
Bobby’s Bad Day. Health Stories for Kids: ADHD
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PYKUPAQ
Where Did my Bean Burger Go? Health Stories for Kids: Digestive System
http://www.amazon.com/Where-Did-Bean-Burger-Digestive-ebook/dp/B00T6OPKL0
The Day Jake Lost His Breath. Health Stories for Kids: Asthma
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LG3CPIK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00LG3CPIK&linkCode=as2&tag=livemeli-20&linkId=DPRVSLON2VF6IO3F
The Zoo Flu Frenzy. Health Stories for Kids: Influenza
http://goo.gl/u6hhRK
Fort Applegate & The Battle of Wounded Knee. Health Stories for Kids: Immune System
http://goo.gl/KPDTQb
Rufie’s Amazing Jou ey. Health Stories for Kids: Cardiovascular System
http://goo.gl/ADWwZO
Joe Vs. The Ce-Monster. Health Stories for Kids: Celiac Disease
http://goo.gl/Zwyrv9
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Mixing Concerta and Alcohol
Concerta Methylphenidate hydrochloride, brand name Concerta, is a stimulant medication used in the treatment of ADHD symptoms. Stimulants have been approved to treat the ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and inattention. They do so by helping to activate the areas in your brain responsible for paying attention and by circulating certain neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.
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ADHD and ADD: Types, Symptoms, and Severity
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The condition has also been known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), though this is now considered to be an outdated term. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 11% of children 4-17 years of age (6.4 million) have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011, making it one of the most common childhood disorders. While it is common, the way the condition manifests itself can vary from person to person.r
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Adderall and Alcohol: They Don't Mix
Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant drug. Stimulants have been approved to treat ADHD symptoms like hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and inattention. They do so by helping to activate the areas in your brain responsible for paying attention and by circulating certain reward chemicals like dopamine. Adderall has a history of being used illicitly, and has been called "the study drug". Sometimes used by people in hopes to boost their school, work, or athletic focus, Adderall has the potential to be habit forming and has a history of being abused.
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New Bionic Pancreas a Potential Game Changer for Type 1 Diabetics
Though those with Type 1 diabetes are a minority among diabetic patients, the nature of this condition, the young age of the patients and the need for constant blood sugar checks and insulin administration can make this condition extremely difficult for children and their patients. A new invention called the bionic pancreas, however, might well make Type 1 diabetes management less challenging and improve overall patient quality of life.
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A Side-by-Side Review of Adderall and Ritalin
ADHD is one of the more common disorders affecting children in the United States. According to the CDC, 4.6 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011. As more medications are produced to combat this rather widespread mental disorder, it can be hard to tell which medication is right for you or your loved ones. Here we will give a brief breakdown of ADHD and take a look at two of the most commonly used drugs in the treatment of ADHD symptoms: Ritalin and Adderall.
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No Time to Workout? Try Isometric Exercise
Life is busy and it can be hard to fit a workout into your daily routine. However, there is a way to maintain your strength without ever going into a gym. It’s called isometric exercise, or isometrics for short.
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A Side-by-Side Review of Concerta and Adderall
Diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) have noticeably risen since the 1990's. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4.6 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011. As more medications are produced to combat this rather widespread mental disorder, it can be hard to tell which medication is right for you or your loved ones.
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7 Sneaky Warning Signs of Depression
Unhappiness is a normal human emotion. Everyone experiences it at some point in their lives, possibly even for extended periods of time. The word “depression” can be used for these times. However, major depressive disorder is more complicated and much more serious. Scarily, hidden symptoms of depression masquerade as normal unhappiness. Loss of Interest
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4 Tips for a More Comfortable Third Trimester
A pregnancy is a miraculous event—it is amazing how microscopic cells can grow and multiply into a new life. But the third trimester of pregnancy can be very challenging and uncomfortable for a woman as her due date approaches. The following tips can be used to help make the final weeks of pregnancy more manageable:
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Men's Sexual Health: Tips for Improving Stamina
In a perfect world, a couple would both experience complete satisfaction while being intimate with each other. Unfortunately, some men may experience anxiety, self-doubt, or physical conditions that cut sexual intercourse short. Studies have shown that most men want to have the stamina to satisfy a sexual partner, but the inability of a man to sustain sexual activity is a problem for many couples. The following tips may assist men when they want a longer lasting sexual experience:
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Seven Signs of ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder affecting over 6.4 million children between the ages of 4 and 17, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This rather common, albeit complex mental disorder, can adversely affect a child's schooling as well as interpersonal relationships. The symptoms of ADHD vary from case to case and are difficult to recognize. Here we will outline seven common signs which may indicate ADHD.
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Adult ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common yet complex mental disorder, which can adversely affect a persons work, schooling, or interpersonal relationships. The symptoms of ADHD vary from case to case and are difficult to recognize. Though it is typically diagnosed in childhood, there are many adults with ADHD. While it may have only been diagnosed later in life, most adults with ADHD have shown symptoms since childhood.
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