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Adults With Restless Legs Syndrome More Likely To Have ADHD Adults who have restless legs syndrome are more likely to also have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than adults who don't have the sleep disorder, according to research presented during the American Academy of Neurology’s 53rd Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, May 5-11, 2001. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2001/05/010508082849.htm	smadaynnep
Facts About Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) People with RLS describe an irresistible urge to move the legs when the sensations occur. Usually, moving the legs, walking, rubbing or massaging the legs, or doing knee bends can bring relief, at least briefly. RLS symptoms worsen during periods of relaxation and decreased activity. http://my.webmd.com/content/article/8/1680_51888.htm?z=1836_00000_0000_rl_06	smadaynnep
Mayo Clinic Finds Restless Legs Syndrome in Children Linked to Family History, Iron Deficiency Dr. Kotagal indicates that there may be connections between restless legs syndrome and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The treatments for both conditions address somewhat the same chemical imbalance, he notes. "When we look at kids who have decreased attention span, over one-third of them will have sleep apnea or restless legs syndrome," he says. "We can say that it goes to further affirm the fact that inattentiveness is multifactorial -- due to depression, anxiety, stressors in the child's life, obstruction of breathing passageways, sleep apnea or restless legs. We need to look at all of these possibilities." http://www.mayoclinic.org/news2004-rst/2547.html	smadaynnep
Restless Legs Syndrome Young people who have RLS are sometimes thought to have "growing pains" or may be considered "hyperactive" because they cannot sit still in school. http://www.4woman.gov/faq/rls.htm	smadaynnep
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) There is also evidence of a connection between RLS and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). http://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleeptionary/index.php?secid=&id=23	smadaynnep
Restless Legs Syndrome Fact Sheet Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an uncontrollable urge to move when at rest in an effort to relieve these feelings. RLS sensations are often described by people as burning, creeping, tugging, or like insects crawling inside the legs. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/restless_legs/detail_restless_legs.htm	smadaynnep
Restless Legs Syndrome Information for Patients and Caregivers You will find information about the primary features of RLS, its potential causes, and today's most effective treatment options. This site also includes a glossary of RLS terms and FAQ area. http://www.wemove.org/rls/	smadaynnep
Restless Legs Syndrome and Other Sleep-Related Leg Disorders RLS and periodic limb movement disorder in children are strongly associated with inattention and hyperactivity. One study suggested that a quarter of children diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) also has RLS or PLMD, and this may actually contribute to inattentiveness and hyperactivity. The disorders have much in common, including poor sleep habits, twitching, and the need to get up suddenly and walk about frequently. A 2001 study also reported an associated between adult attention deficit disorder and RLS. http://www.hmh.net/adam/patientreports/000095.htm	smadaynnep
Study Suggests Cause For Restless Leg Syndrome “We found that, although there are no unique pathological changes in the brains of patients with RLS, it appears that cells in a portion of the mid-brain aren’t getting enough iron,” Connor said. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2003/06/030606080610.htm	smadaynnep

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