Common Chemical in Plastics Is Linked to Autism and ADHD in Kids

Prenatal exposure to “forever chemicals” linked to autistic traits in children, study finds

New research suggests that exposure to certain synthetic chemicals during early pregnancy may be linked to a higher likelihood of autistic traits in children. The study found that children whose mothers had higher levels of a chemical called perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) in their blood during early pregnancy were more likely to show signs of social and communication difficulties by age four. Additionally, another chemical, perfluorohexane sulfon…

Common chemical in plastics is linked to autism and ADHD in kids

A study reveals that children with autism and ADHD have greater difficulty eliminating BPA, increasing their exposure to plastic pollutants.

UCD: Preschoolers exposed to broad range of potentially harmful chemicals

SACRAMENTO — A national study published in Environmental Science & Technology finds children aged 2 to 4 years in the United States are routinely exposed to a broad range of potentially harmful chemicals. Many of the chemicals the researchers identified…

Clarifying the Difference Between ADD and ADHD: Dr. Stanford Owen Explains Distinct Characteristics

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Ramirez and Sampson bill to ban 'forever chemicals' in clothing clears Assembly - Hudson County View

A bill sponsored by Assembly members Jessica Ramirez (D-32) and Will Sampson (D-31) to ban “forever chemicals” in clothing cleared the full state Assembly last week. By John Heinis/Hudson County View “Forever chemicals are everywhere. In the water we drink, the makeup and hair products we use, and the clothes we wear – and they […] The post Ramirez and Sampson bill to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in clothing clears Assembly appeared first on Hudson C…