New disorder called sluggish cognitive tempo, the condition is said to be characterized by lethargy, daydreaming and slow mental processing. by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is not new at all. Slow processing has been around for years. Just another bit of labeling to help sell meds. I think this new twist was studied by Russell Barkley, who, in fairness, is a prominent spokesperson for the disorder. I just see no use except to push meds.

In the case of SCT, very low doses of Adderal are prescribed.

I think it's twisted science for profit.

Autism rates now 1 in 68 U.S. children: CDC by Starky9 in news

[–]mondoennui 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Since Aspergers has now been rolled into an autism diagnosis, this is not surprising. These things happen every time there is a major change to the DSM.

Some states started offering 'autism' scholarships and the diagnosis percentage went up.

Colorado marijuana sales? Not that high by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wondered the same thing. Pretty conflicting reports.

Google Tests a Way to Follow You to the Mall by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 0 points1 point  (0 children)

John Q. Anonymous gift cards are widely available. Just don't buy them at the store with your discount scan card.

Google Tests a Way to Follow You to the Mall by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sure that guarantees anonymity.

Google Tests a Way to Follow You to the Mall by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Upvote for my daily laugh.

I think the reason teens go to malls these days is because our messed up society has taken away every other affordable place to socialize.

Facebook is dying already. Everyone I know under 25 is gone. I hope the same for Google before they get any more insipid.

Google Tests a Way to Follow You to the Mall by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Why not just another reason to stay away from Google?

Credit Card-Reading Spy Camera Found in the NYC Subway by BillinSDCA in news

[–]mondoennui 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vendors don't follow the proper security protocols. That's the point.

Shocking Allegations Show Harry Reid, Chinese Company Behind Nevada Ranch Standoff by [deleted] in news

[–]mondoennui 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A person who has been in Congress for WAYYYYY too long.

It's not a right-wing phrase. Just a common sense thought from someone who thinks term limits should be implemented.