Ask The Doctor

Welcome to Ask The Doctor, a weekly collection of reader submitted questions, answered by Dr. Petrus and other persons in the field of mental health. Want to ask a question?
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Prescription: Exercise

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Jenna Knauss

Dear Petrus Psychology, Is exercise important for people who have ADHD? Significant changes take place in the brain during physical activity.  Afternoon sluggishness can often be treated with a quick jog around the neighborhood.  During exercise, the brain’s dopamine and [...]

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