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Tom Brady, A.D.H.D., and a Really Bad Headache (Bonus)

Freakonomics, M.D.

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The Effects of Redshirting on Kids With Summer Birthdays

August born kids were less likely to be enrolled in programs for gifted students. Compared with September born kids, the August born kids were also more likely to be diagnosed with behavioral, cognitive, or physical disabilities. By and large, the effects remained even after controlling for gender, race, and maternal level of education.

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