Exercise and Attention

Emerging evidence suggests regular morning exercise may improve attention in youth.

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Rommel, A., Halperin, J.M., Mill, J., Asherson, P. & Kuntsi, J. (2013). Protection from genetic diathesis in ADHD: Possible complementary roles of exercise. Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 52(9), 900-910.