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ADHD (Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder)
What is it?
Attention Defi cit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention
Deficit Disorder (ADD) refer to a range of problem behaviours
associated with poor attention span. These may include
impulsiveness, restlessness and hyperactivity, as well as
inattentiveness. ADHD affects an estimated 8% to 10% of
school-age children.
Boys are about three times more likely than girls to be
diagnosed with it, though it’s not yet understood why. Of
course, all children (especially younger ones) act this way at
times, particularly when they’re anxious or excited. But the
difference with ADHD is that symptoms are present over a
longer period of time and occur in different settings. They
impair a child’s ability to function socially, academically, and
at home.
What can be done about it?
The good news is, with proper treatment, children with ADHD
can learn to successfully live with and manage their
symptoms. ADHD can’t be cured, but it can be successfully
managed. ADHD is best treated with a combination of
medication and behaviour therapy. If you do suspect your
child has ADHD, see your paediatrician for advice.
ADDvance Chewy Fruit Bursts have been specially formulated
to help maintain levels of concentration in children with
attention deficit disorders. It combines important vitamins with
a high concentration of DHA, a long chain fatty acids found
naturally in fi sh oils. DHA is proven to play a role in the brain
development of infants and may help in the development of
your child’s concentration and healthy brain function.
Worms
How do children get infected?
Worms (also known as “helminths”) are the largest group of
human parasites and are a leading cause of diseases among
young people and adults in the world today. Anyone can get
worms – not only unhygienic people! Children are infected
most commonly by coming into contact with soil, water or
food that contains the eggs or young worms.
There are several types of worms - including roundworm,
tapeworm, hookworm, threadworm and flukes. Different
worms cause different symptoms, and children with only a few
worms probably won’t display any symptoms at all. However,
with heavier infections, symptoms can include loss ofappetite;
distended abdomen; painful abdomen; coughing; fever;
vomiting; diarrhoea; listlessness; and generally feeling unwell.
What to do about worms?
Even if your children display no symptoms, it is best to de-
worm them on a fairly regular basis. A variety of over-the-
counter medicines are available – depending on the type of
worm. To help reduce the likelihood of infection – de-worm
your pets too (at least every six months); wash fruit and
vegetables before eating; and always wash your hands
before you prepare food and after going to the bathroom.
Also, wearing shoes when outdoors, will help prevent
hookworm.
Optimum health is vitally important for growing children. In
order for their bodies to keep up with the developmental
stages of growth, they need to be healthy – emotionally,
physically and mentally.
Head Lice
Who gets infected and why?
Contrary to popular belief, head lice infect anyone and
everyone. It has little to do with personal hygiene and
everything to do with close proximity. That’s why pre-school
and primary school children are most likely to be infected
during close physical contact during play. Parents, and
especially mothers, are also at risk.
Signs and symptoms to look out for
The scalp becomes itchy particularly at the nape of the neck
and behind the ears – this may be more pronounced at night
when the lice are most active
Close inspection of the scalp will reveal small grey insects (or
red when they are full of blood) or whitish coloured eggs (nits)
clinging to the hair shafts
What to use: PARA Special Lice Spray
PARA Special Lice Spray can be used both to eliminate and
to prevent head lice and their nits.
One application is enough to kill lice and nits within 30 minutes
DO NOT leave on hair longer than 10 minutes - One
application is suffi cient and it is effective within 10 minutes
DO NOT use on children under the age of 30 months or on
irritated or broken skin
Once PARA Special Lice Spray treatment is complete, any
remaining dead lice and nits can be loosened with a PARA Nit
Remover and combed out with the comb supplied.
Hyperactivity Disorder)
What is it?
Attention Defi cit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention
Deficit Disorder (ADD) refer to a range of problem behaviours
associated with poor attention span. These may include
impulsiveness, restlessness and hyperactivity, as well as
inattentiveness. ADHD affects an estimated 8% to 10% of
school-age children.
Boys are about three times more likely than girls to be
diagnosed with it, though it’s not yet understood why. Of
course, all children (especially younger ones) act this way at
times, particularly when they’re anxious or excited. But the
difference with ADHD is that symptoms are present over a
longer period of time and occur in different settings. They
impair a child’s ability to function socially, academically, and
at home.
What can be done about it?
The good news is, with proper treatment, children with ADHD
can learn to successfully live with and manage their
symptoms. ADHD can’t be cured, but it can be successfully
managed. ADHD is best treated with a combination of
medication and behaviour therapy. If you do suspect your
child has ADHD, see your paediatrician for advice.
ADDvance Chewy Fruit Bursts have been specially formulated
to help maintain levels of concentration in children with
attention deficit disorders. It combines important vitamins with
a high concentration of DHA, a long chain fatty acids found
naturally in fi sh oils. DHA is proven to play a role in the brain
development of infants and may help in the development of
your child’s concentration and healthy brain function.
Worms
How do children get infected?
Worms (also known as “helminths”) are the largest group of
human parasites and are a leading cause of diseases among
young people and adults in the world today. Anyone can get
worms – not only unhygienic people! Children are infected
most commonly by coming into contact with soil, water or
food that contains the eggs or young worms.
There are several types of worms - including roundworm,
tapeworm, hookworm, threadworm and flukes. Different
worms cause different symptoms, and children with only a few
worms probably won’t display any symptoms at all. However,
with heavier infections, symptoms can include loss ofappetite;
distended abdomen; painful abdomen; coughing; fever;
vomiting; diarrhoea; listlessness; and generally feeling unwell.
What to do about worms?
Even if your children display no symptoms, it is best to de-
worm them on a fairly regular basis. A variety of over-the-
counter medicines are available – depending on the type of
worm. To help reduce the likelihood of infection – de-worm
your pets too (at least every six months); wash fruit and
vegetables before eating; and always wash your hands
before you prepare food and after going to the bathroom.
Also, wearing shoes when outdoors, will help prevent
hookworm.
Optimum health is vitally important for growing children. In
order for their bodies to keep up with the developmental
stages of growth, they need to be healthy – emotionally,
physically and mentally.
Head Lice
Who gets infected and why?
Contrary to popular belief, head lice infect anyone and
everyone. It has little to do with personal hygiene and
everything to do with close proximity. That’s why pre-school
and primary school children are most likely to be infected
during close physical contact during play. Parents, and
especially mothers, are also at risk.
Signs and symptoms to look out for
The scalp becomes itchy particularly at the nape of the neck
and behind the ears – this may be more pronounced at night
when the lice are most active
Close inspection of the scalp will reveal small grey insects (or
red when they are full of blood) or whitish coloured eggs (nits)
clinging to the hair shafts
What to use: PARA Special Lice Spray
PARA Special Lice Spray can be used both to eliminate and
to prevent head lice and their nits.
One application is enough to kill lice and nits within 30 minutes
DO NOT leave on hair longer than 10 minutes - One
application is suffi cient and it is effective within 10 minutes
DO NOT use on children under the age of 30 months or on
irritated or broken skin
Once PARA Special Lice Spray treatment is complete, any
remaining dead lice and nits can be loosened with a PARA Nit
Remover and combed out with the comb supplied.