Iron deficiency in children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Does the relationship exist?
Background: Iron is a cofactor in the production and breakdown of neurotransmitters like dopamine and is vital for normal brain function. Iron deficiency potentially contributes to the development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) because dopamine imbalances can cause hyperactivity,...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2018-09-01
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| Series: | South African Journal of Psychiatry |
| Online Access: | https://sajp.org.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/1284 |