Is ADHD An Advantage For Nomadic Tribesmen?
June 13th, 2008 at 12:18 pm (ADHD In The News)
I heard this fascinating report on the NPR/BBC News report a few nights ago. I was sent this article today. This reminds me of Dr. Hartmans ADD theory about ‘Hunters and Farmers’.
“ScienceDaily (Jun. 10, 2008) — A propensity for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might be beneficial to a group of Kenyan nomads, according to new research. Scientists have shown that an ADHD-associated version of the gene DRD4 is associated with better health in nomadic tribesmen, and yet may cause malnourishment in their settled cousins.”
For the complete article: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/06/080609195604.htm
~ CoachRudy
