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ADHD is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), and in some cases, are overly active.

CDC works to identify causes of birth defects and opportunities to prevent them. By applying a public health approach incorporating three essential elements—surveillance or disease tracking, research to identify causes, and prevention research and programs—we can rapidly translate scientific findings into appropriate public health interventions.

CDC works to identify causes of birth defects and opportunities to prevent them. By applying a public health approach incorporating three essential elements—surveillance or disease tracking, research to identify causes, and prevention research and programs—we can rapidly translate scientific findings into appropriate public health interventions.

Smoking-related statistics, information, and quitting resources specific to the Asian American community. Part of the Tips from Former Smokers campaign, which features real people suffering as a result of smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke.

The story of Jessica, whose son, Aden, had asthma attacks that were triggered by exposure to secondhand smoke. Her story is featured in CDC's Tips campaign.

Smoking-related statistics, information, and quitting resources for specific groups. Part of the Tips from Former Smokers campaign, which features real people suffering as a result of smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke.

This site aims to make it easier for TickNET collaborators to publish and share information, providing TickNET members a central repository where ideas, information, meeting information (times, dates, and minutes), and data can be shared; it will provide those interested in tickborne diseases and research with the latest studies and findings, and it will provide time-strapped public health officials a place where they can find solutions to common problems that they encounter.